Sr HVAC Designer

Requisition

• Relocation Authorized:
  National - Family
• Telework Type:
  Part-Time Telework
• Work Location:
  Knoxville, TN

You will be joining the Bechtel Knoxville Execution Center. The Knoxville Execution Center provides engineering to our government projects as well as our commercial nuclear projects. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

As a HVAC Layout Designer, you will support design development of facility layouts and piping & equipment 3D models for various projects as part of the NS&E execution center team. The projects that will be assigned involve government work throughout various sectors including DOE and DOD, as well as commercial nuclear projects and business development projects.

This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.

• 3D modeling of HVAC duct and equipment in a 3D model environment.
• Preparation of drawings/documents for general arrangements, HVAC orthographic drawings.
• Assist with coordination of 3D model activities, i.e. input, interference reconciliation, etc. with other physical related disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with approved PD&P design standards in own work and by those assigned, to provide quality design. Ensure PD&P systems designs comply with all applicable installation codes, regulations, and standards.
• Review and check calculations, design models, drawings and design documents prepared by assigned designers/drafters for quality, accuracy, neatness, functionality and satisfactory completion.
• Participate in constructability reviews.
• Interface with support engineers, construction, and suppliers during the preparation of 3D model and drawings for the purpose of model/space control, etc.
• Possess responsibility for the accuracy of bulk material quantity take-offs and material requisitions for materials applicable to the discipline.
• Work with designers in other disciplines to coordinate overall design and technical requirements.
• Develop work plans, budgets, and schedules for basic PD&P designer tasks based on input and direction from supervisor in designated discipline.
• Answer questions from client or construction group on PD&P design scope.
• Generate 2D drawings or 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) design models of high complexity with minimal guidance from others.

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Hands‑on experience using Smart Plant S3D modeling platform.
• Understanding of the various HVAC system types, components, equipment and control systems.
• Knowledge of national building codes and an understanding of ASHRAE standards.
• Knowledge and understanding of the use of the V&IDs.
• Preferred previous Bechtel and/or DOD or DOE project experience.
• Must be able to complete and pass a pre‑employment drug screen and background check which includes verification of employment, education and travel.

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Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may e‑mail their request to