Mechanical Designer

Job Title: Mechanical Designer

Essential Skills

• 4 years of experience in mechanical design or drafting

• Mechanical systems including HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems.

• US Building Codes - ASHRAE, IMC, and IPC.

• Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams, including engineers, architects, and contractors.

• Strong problem-solving skills for identifying and resolving mechanical conflicts and constructability issues.

• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects and maintain accurate documentation.

• Commitment to staying current with evolving industry standards, equipment, and mechanical design technologies.

Job Description

The Mechanical Designer will work closely with mechanical engineers, architects, and project teams to develop mechanical system layouts, produce detailed drawings, and support projects through all phases of design and construction. This role focuses on designing HVAC, plumbing, and related mechanical systems using CAD and BIM tools while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop mechanical design solutions that respond to project requirements, applicable codes, and site constraints.

• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, architects, and other project stakeholders to ensure mechanical systems integrate seamlessly with structural, electrical, and architectural components.

• Produce detailed mechanical drawings, plans, and schematics using CAD and BIM software, particularly Autodesk Revit.

• Assist in preparing and coordinating design calculations, equipment selections, and construction documents for mechanical systems.

• Develop layouts and details for HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, ductwork, process piping, water treatment, and industrial exhaust and ventilation systems.

• Review architectural and consultant drawings to identify potential mechanical conflicts and propose practical solutions.

• Coordinate with contractors and project teams to address constructability issues and support project execution.

• Participate in site visits and respond to construction-phase questions, clarifications, and revision requests.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high quality standards.

• Maintain accurate project documentation, including drawings, details, and design revisions.

• Ensure all mechanical designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and industry best practices.

• Stay current with industry standards, equipment, and emerging mechanical design technologies.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lansing, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.44 - $33.65/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lansing,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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