Residential Mechanical Designer

Mechanical Designer/Engineer

ARCXIS, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is the nation's leading provider of inspection, design, engineering, energy efficiency, surveying, and quality assurance services for the residential construction industry. Supporting 1 in 7 new homes built in the U.S., ARCXIS partners with builders nationwide to deliver innovative solutions that improve efficiency, performance, and compliance throughout the construction process.

With a national team of industry experts and a fully integrated suite of services, ARCXIS helps builders deliver high-quality, high-performance, energy-efficient homes at scale. By combining advanced technology, deep industry expertise, and a relentless commitment to excellence, ARCXIS continues to raise the standard for residential construction services across the country.

Arcxis is seeking Mechanical Designers and Engineers with a wide range of experience who are skilled primarily in single-family detached Residential HVAC design and Engineering. This includes performing Manual J, S, D HVAC design, as well as designing duct layouts in AutoCAD by integrating with our in-house frame designs in accordance with ACCA and IRC standards. Mechanical Designers and Engineers collaborate and partner across all disciplines to ensure the highest level of cross-disciplined design integration for a one stop shop solution to our partners residential design needs.

Job duties will be to produce Manual J, S, and D calculation and designs using Wrightsoft and final construction documents in AutoCAD. Mechanical HVAC engineering and design of single- and multi-family, low- and high-rise residential HVAC systems. Generate detailed mechanical design drawings in AutoCAD for construction documentation of mechanical systems for bidding and construction. Prepare Construction Documents in AutoCAD. Work with design staff and drafters to complete project.

Competencies include AutoCAD, Wrightsoft, Elite, the ability to read blueprints, compute dimensions from architectural plans, detail oriented, ability to work well with other engineers/designers, strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail. Code Knowledge includes energy and building code compliance for mechanical systems, fluent in California Title 24, IRC Residential Codes, ICC International Codes, Uniform building codes. Drive deadlines in dynamic and fast-moving environments. Team players with exceptional interpersonal skills at all organizational levels. Self-directed, with good initiative and a great multi-tasker. Strong computer skills (i.e. Microsoft word, Excel, Bluebeam, etc…).

Requirements include BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent comparative experience. Preferred 3+ years' experience in Mechanical Design for residential building systems, code compliance, and construction. Mechanical Design experience with various cooling systems, VRF systems, ventilation, and exhaust systems. Mechanical Design experience with mid-rise multifamily buildings, mixed use buildings, residential and enclosed parking garages.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday day shift, however additional hours, including weekend hours, may be required in accordance with changing business needs.

Benefits include 401(k), 401(k) matching, dental insurance, employee assistance program, health insurance, health savings account, life insurance, paid time off, referral program, vision insurance.