Responsible for the design of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems. Duties include creating mechanical drawings, performing load calculations, ensuring code compliance, and coordinating with other disciplines.
Summary
Join the APD family – where passion meets purpose! Are you looking to be a team player in a dynamic, growing MEP Department? Look no further! APD is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer responsible for engineering HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for retail, restaurant, public infrastructure/facilities, and residential projects. With an emphasis on retail design, APD is a national leader in multi-site retail design. This position offers an excellent opportunity for growth and advancement. With a spirit that thrives on autonomy, a voice that resonates with clarity, and tech-savvy skills, you’re the candidate we’ve been waiting for. Dive in, and let’s illuminate the world, one design at a time!
Elevate Your Career at APD
Passionate Community: Be a part of the APD family, where every team member's passion fuels the collective purpose.
Dynamic Growth: Thrive in a bustling MEP Department on an exciting growth trajectory.
Diverse Portfolio: Dive into designing HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for a myriad of projects, with a special spotlight on retail design.
Industry Leadership: Take pride in being part of a national front-runner in multi-site retail design.
Autonomy & Support: Revel in a role that values your independent spirit, clear communication, and tech expertise.
Upward Mobility: Climb the ladder with ample opportunities for growth and advancement.
Join the APD family – where passion meets purpose! Are you looking to be a team player in a dynamic, growing MEP Department? Look no further! APD is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer responsible for engineering HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for retail, restaurant, public infrastructure/facilities, and residential projects. With an emphasis on retail design, APD is a national leader in multi-site retail design. This position offers an excellent opportunity for growth and advancement. With a spirit that thrives on autonomy, a voice that resonates with clarity, and tech-savvy skills, you’re the candidate we’ve been waiting for. Dive in, and let’s illuminate the world, one design at a time!
Elevate Your Career at APD
Passionate Community: Be a part of the APD family, where every team member's passion fuels the collective purpose.
Dynamic Growth: Thrive in a bustling MEP Department on an exciting growth trajectory.
Diverse Portfolio: Dive into designing HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for a myriad of projects, with a special spotlight on retail design.
Industry Leadership: Take pride in being part of a national front-runner in multi-site retail design.
Autonomy & Support: Revel in a role that values your independent spirit, clear communication, and tech expertise.
Upward Mobility: Climb the ladder with ample opportunities for growth and advancement.
Key Responsibilities
- Developing mechanical drawings to construct HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems.
- Performing load calculations to determine system sizes.
- Ensuring mechanical, plumbing, energy, and NFPA codes and specifications are implemented.
- Ability to adhere to deadlines and work in a fast-paced consulting environment.
- Performing field visits to document and verify existing equipment and systems.
- Construction administration duties include answering RFIs, reviewing submittals, and resolving design/coordination issues with contractors.
- Coordinating mechanical systems and utility design with Electrical, Architectural, Civil, and Structural disciplines.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Minimum Qualifications
- AS or BS in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited school.
- 3+ years’ experience in HVAC or Plumbing & Fire Protection design.
- 1+ years of AutoCAD education, training, or related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- BS or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited school.
- 5+ years’ experience in HVAC or Plumbing & Fire Protection design.
Benefits
A Great Place to Belong!
We know it...what makes APD truly great is our people.
And we appreciate them. We have a true team atmosphere, where we work to improve constantly.
APD was formed with a new vision of the future – powerful professional design and consulting services without the often-associated large company corporate bureaucracy. Managing partners are always open to suggestions to improve the office environment and processes. We support our staff with training and mentoring.
We are highly dedicated to our employees and invest in them from day one. We value happy employees – both personally and professionally. So around here, family comes first – we recognize that no one can give their best until their family is cared for.
If you desire to grow, be challenged, and be rewarded for your efforts, we invite you to consider a career with us.
APD offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, professional development, paid time off, 401(k), etc.
APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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