HFA seeks an experienced mechanical designer to provide HVAC and Plumbing Design on a integrated team of architects and engineers engaged with various retail related projects throughout the United States.
The individual we seek must have the ability to work independently on projects assigned to them through all phases (design development, construction documents, permitting, and construction administration/RFI's); and be proficient with Revit.
Successful designers in this role are proactive in solving design challenges; and have the ability or experience researching mechanical, building and energy codes for all climate zones of the U.S. to solve problems.
We can and will hire talented individuals to work virtually. We embrace a remote work mindset.
Job Requirements include but are not limited to:
- Designer will work with Mechanical Engineer and/or Mechanical Design lead to communicate with client, deliver completed construction documents, and assist in construction administration as required for most project types.
- Designer should utilize education and experience to independently develop, implement, and draft construction documents for most project and/or project type (or at least major portions), as well as, solve medium to difficult design challenges that arise on a project or simple projects.
- Designer should be able to apply their knowledge gained through experience and knowledge of recognized national standards to simple projects, with minimal oversight from Mechanical
- Engineer or Mechanical Design Team Lead. Designer should have a thorough knowledge of software assisting programs, such as Trane Trace, and be able to apply throughout the design process. Designer should have a basic understanding of energy codes and how it impacts design.
- Designer should be able to design and draft domestic water, sewer, and natural gas piping systems, including riser diagrams, for small to medium projects.
Job Duties include but are not limited to:
- Designer should be proficient in AutoCAD and/or REVIT. Designer should be able to train new employees on company standards, drafting techniques, and answer most technical design questions on simple projects for HVAC and plumbing, as well as, possess a basic understanding of national standards (IMC, IPC, ASHRAE). Designer will have a good understanding of Trane Trace.
- Designer will work in a collaborative environment with Architects and other Engineers to develop construction documents based on a clients' requirements, including performing some project management functions, quality control, or other duties as necessary.
- Designer should be able to provide a high level of quality control on all their projects and possibly others, for final review by the Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Design Lead.
- Designer will, in some cases, have direct client contact.
- Designer will be able to work within established budgets. Depending upon supervisor and client needs, Designer will be responsible for financial success of projects also.
- Designer should be able to select and design HVAC systems and equipment, controls and provide energy calculations with minimal supervision on simple systems.
- Designer should be able to edit specifications for small to medium size projects.
About HFA
HFA is a multidisciplinary architectural, engineering, and interior design firm who thrives in a people first driven environment. We build partnerships based on the integration of design thinking and project delivery. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we have developed a people-centric culture where we value our people at all levels. With a focus on well-being, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and a flexible work schedule.
Our team members have access to professional development opportunities and learning stipends to pursue professional growth, and we take any chance we can get to recognize and reward our people for their amazing work.