Design Services Manager (United States)

Design Services Manager

Ready to change the future, your way? This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Design Services Manager to unlock your ambition and work the future at Aalberts.

As a full-time Design Services Manager at Aalberts IPSA, you will support clients to design IPSA brand products and services that meet their desired need. This role plays a key part in supporting clients growing needs leveraging innovation and creativity.

the Aalberts way

Aalberts is built on entrepreneurship. We believe the more space people are given, the greater their chance of finding brilliant solutions for our customers. That is why we encourage everyone to take ownership, think independently yet work as one team. You are in charge today of what happens tomorrow. For yourself, for the company, and for our planet.

your challenge

• Act as the Revit subject matter expert for the organization, supporting and creating Revit models as needed while serving as the primary liaison between external agencies and internal design teams to maintain design consistency and project continuity.
• Serve as a primary customer-facing project manager: conduct project review and kick-off meetings, gather requirements directly from customers and sales, develop custom design solutions and project estimates, and maintain ongoing customer contact through project delivery.
• Support the growth and development of the design team by providing training and mentorship to draftspersons, trainees, and interns in Revit modelling, design standards, and project workflows.
• Prepare piping layout drawings, isometric drawings, spool sheet drawings/cut sheets with complete BOM’s (bill-of-materials), pad and equipment drawings from customer-furnished drawings and vendor data in Revit, AutoCAD MEP, Fabrication CAD, Navisworks and other modelling software as required.
• Prepare and coordinate Basic Engineering Package (BEP), adhering to established guidelines, for transferring projects to the Apollo design team or to the AMEA design team when capacity requires additional support.
• Establish naming conventions, file structures, and modelling standards across the team, including creating and updating BIM Execution Plans (BEPs) and ensuring all models comply with client or project-specific requirements.
• Review drawings and bill of materials (plans & sections, isometrics, spool sheets, B.O.M.'s) produced both in-house and by the design team to ensure accuracy and compliance with project standards.
• Collaborate with customer service and sales teams to deliver timely design support, including
• Plan – to – Estimate quote preparation, product recommendations and custom design solutions that meet customer specifications.
• Travel to jobsites to obtain accurate field measurements and interact with customers and Apollo salespeople as required.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by your manager.

requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Ability to interface with all levels of management within the company and clients.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, AutoCAD, Revit, and (BIM) Building Information Modelling.
• Be able to travel domestically and internationally.
• Must have project management skills (i.e. scheduling, budgeting, expediting, material coordination, information organization, customer interface, preparation of drawing issues to customer, etc.)
• Knowledge of piping specification engineering and pipe support experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit (required); experience with AutoCAD MEP, Fabrication CAD, and Navisworks preferred; Solid Edge experience is a plus.
• English language proficiency of at least B1 level where clear communication and basic problem-solving skills are essential.

why work at Aalberts?

• Globally renowned company, dedicated to technological innovation and excellence
• Diverse teams of passionate individuals, committed to making a difference
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Think independently yet work as one team
• Be in charge today of what happens tomorrow

about Aalberts

We are a company of over 13,000 passionate people spread across 50 countries, working as one to engineer mission-critical technologies, making impact in everyday life. Aalberts IPSA proudly supports eco-friendly buildings to high-tech manufacturing, minuscule microchips to the largest seagoing vessels, and next gen vehicles to lightweight airplanes. Since 1975, we have been at the forefront of where technological innovation truly matters and progress is really made for a clean, smart and responsible future.

work environment

• Operate standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers.
• Communicate verbally and in writing to exchange information with colleagues, customers, and clients.
• Visually perceive and assess information on computer screens and documents.
• Ascend/descend stairs or use elevators in office buildings.
• Maintain concentration and complete tasks in environments with varying noise levels.
• Apply established protocols and make decisions in potentially high-stress situations during vendor interactions.
• Prioritize and manage multiple communication projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Operate standard office equipment and software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, content management systems).

travel requirements

occasional travel to job sites up to 25% of the time

how we take care of you

Compensation for this salaried role will be determined based on experience and demonstrated alignment of skills through the interview process. The role includes 12 paid holidays, generous paid time off, and a competitive benefits package.

go ahead , work the future at Aalberts

Our procedure involves application submission, screening, assessments, selection, and offer/onboarding. The process follows a tentative time frame and is subject to the availability of both parties and the completion of each stage.

our commitment to all

Aalberts IPSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Uninvited agency solicitation will not be considered. Profiles sent by third-party recruiters will be treated as direct applications from the candidate.