Remote Mechanical Designer (MD)

Mechanical Designer (MD)

The Mechanical Designer for Above Group shall contribute and support HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection, and Process Piping design efforts for the firm. The MD shall directly contribute to the Firm and its success through drafting and design efforts. This individual shall directly contribute to the Firm and its success through technical experience to effectively produce a quality design and ultimate product to the customer. The MD shall execute drafting and design duties as required to ensure quality is always maintained.

• The MD is a Designer by education and experience:
  • Ability to combine personal judgment with information to implement design criteria.
  • Has expertise in fire protection, HVAC, mechanical, plumbing and mechanical utility systems.
  • Demonstrates proficiency of mechanical concepts including Psychometrics, Heat Transfer and Fluid Flow both compressible and incompressible.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment and as an individual. Communicates well with individuals in the organization.
  • Capable of interpreting information set forth in a Basis of Design, field surveys and code research.
  • Applies design principles to resolve design problems and tasks assigned.
  • Develops and implements design criteria and system designs from concept through detailed design and construction.
  • Directs and mentors subordinate staff of their responsibilities on a daily basis.
  • Implements criteria for distribution systems, researches applicable codes, and investigates system routing options and equipment room layouts.
  • Proficient in the use of design tools such as the Psychrometric Chart, Ductulator, and Pipe Flow.
  • Coordinates and implements the layout of distribution systems and equipment locations with team members within the discipline, as well as project team members in other disciplines.
  • Proficient with Revit.
  • Performs system calculations. Sizes and selects system components.
  • Reviews shop drawing submittals, and travels to job sites to perform field verification.
• The MD develops organizational skills including technical writing and time management:
  • Uses excellent writing skills to author basis of design (BOD) narratives, design criteria documents, Reports, and other high quality highly technical written documents as needed.
  • Uses excellent writing skills to edit design specifications; respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) incorporating information from project documents, specifications, shop drawings and design criteria; and prepare meeting notes.
  • Reads relevant project correspondence and maintains project design files.
  • Demonstrates willingness to work to meet deadlines as required by client demands.

Key Characteristics of the Ideal Mechanical Designer (MD)

• Called – A strong sense of knowing who you are (i.e., gifts, talents, competencies) and how you are to spend your life. We fulfill our calling by being excellent at what God designed us to be and we diligently pursue it.
• Practice Servant Leadership – Leaders at Above Group are called to serve. We realize that effective leadership starts on the inside. We demonstrate that we are willing to do what others are unwilling to do. We will practice a Servant Leadership character that enriches the lives of others.
• A Commitment to Above Group – An understanding of and a commitment to the special purpose, mission, and beliefs of Above Group and will have a value system compatible with our values.
• People Abilities – Deep interest and care for people with an understanding of their primary interests, aims, strengths, and motivations.
• Working with Customers – A demonstrated ability to accomplish results through collaboration with and development of strong relationships with our customers.
• Organizational Skills – An ability to organize his/her own thoughts and work, while continually growing a results-oriented team. Ability to win the confidence of colleagues and office staff that demonstrates a well-functioning department.
• Insight and Strategy – A focused sense of strategy, (i.e., possessing the knowledge and sixth sense for how to implement our mutual goals). The ability to set realistic objectives and achieve them.
• A Sense of Timing – An intuitive sense of timing and appropriateness in relation to people and projects.
• Work Capacity – Sufficient physical and emotional energy to deliver the results necessary to advance our mission.
• Self-Starter – Creates ideas and follow through without prodding. (Balanced with judgment and knowing when and how to ask for assistance and counsel).
• Enthusiasm – A heartfelt passion for the work we do, which displays optimism – but not overselling and overstating.
• Character – A level of impeccable integrity that permeates others.
• Passion – The Above Group Vision will be irresistible to the right person. People skills, organizational and communication abilities must be truly remarkable, this person will be excellent at vision-casting in a manner that inspires others to join with us and develop solid relationships.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years mechanical drafting and design experience at an MEP Engineering firm or A-E firm
• Associates degree in Drafting and Design desired but not required
• Proficient in REVIT
• Excellent Communication skills, both oral and written
• This is a remote position or can be a hybrid position for local residents who desire to work in an office environment.
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident of the U.S.