Mechanical Designer

Oakwell

Mechanical Designer producing detailed mechanical designs for HVAC, hydronic, and plumbing systems in healthcare and educational facilities. Collaborating with senior engineers and facility staff for design development.

Posted 8/1/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical system design, including HVAC, hydronic, and plumbing systems, with proficiency in AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit. Capable of collaborating across disciplines to ensure effective project execution and resolve design clashes.

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Mechanical Design ExperienceProficiency In AutoCADProficiency In Autodesk RevitCoordination With Multiple DisciplinesHands-On Design Outputs

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Hard Skills

Mechanical System DesignLoad CalculationsEquipment SelectionScaled DrawingsSpecificationsEnergy Modeling ToolsSite AssessmentsConstruction AdministrationCommissioning

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADAutodesk RevitMicrosoft OfficeEQUEST

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaRelevant Post-Graduation Technical Training

Industry Keywords

HVACHydronic SystemsPlumbing SystemsMEP SystemsHospital ProjectsUniversity Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop mechanical system designs, load calculations, equipment selections, and layouts for HVAC, hydronic, and plumbing systems.
Produce scaled drawings and specifications in AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit for the installation and modification of mechanical systems.
Model systems and coordinate with electrical, plumbing, and structural disciplines to resolve clashes before issuance.
Prepare scopes of work, EMS points lists, and sequences of operation to support contractor and vendor pricing.
Review existing-condition drawings and document facilities and existing MEP systems during site assessments.
Collaborate with facility staff to gather information on plant operations and system deficiencies.
Support senior engineers through design development, construction administration, and commissioning.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma + Relevant Post-Graduation Technical Training
5–10 years of mechanical design experience, including experience on hospital and/or university projects.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit; competency with Microsoft Office.
Familiarity with energy modeling tools (e.g., eQUEST) a plus.
Experience coordinating with multiple disciplines (i.e. electrical, plumbing, structural etc.) to remove clashes
Demonstrated hands on design outputs
Availability to travel, as needed (approx. 20%).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental & vision
Company-paid life and short/long-term disability insurance
HSA + medical and dependent-care FSAs
Voluntary accident & critical-illness coverage
401(k) with company match
Paid company holidays and PTO
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)