Mechanical Designer

Job Title

Mechanical Designer

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Designer to join our team. This role involves designing complex heating-ventilation-cooling and plumbing systems, as well as refrigeration systems for industrial and commercial buildings. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of load calculations, life cycle costing, and energy modeling, and will be able to coordinate effectively with other disciplines.

• Design heating-ventilation-cooling systems and plumbing systems.
• Perform load calculations, life cycle costing, and energy modeling.
• Design refrigeration systems for industrial and commercial buildings where food and other perishable goods are stored.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and work in a team environment.
• Review the installation of designed equipment/systems for compliance with construction documents.
• Perform duties with multiple projects within established schedules.
• Work on a wide variety of project types, scales, and complexities.
• Manage concurrent projects effectively.
• Prepare construction cost estimates, both broad and detailed.
• Assist in the development of contract specifications and research new procedures and products.
• Perform all work safely and responsibly, following the Health and Safety Plan.
• Act as a positive representative of the company and its core values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Proficiency in Revit, mechanical design, MEP design, HVAC design, and refrigeration.
• 2+ years of experience in mechanical and refrigeration design.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and client relationship skills.

• Ability to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
• Strong work ethic and solid organizational skills.

The work environment is a family-oriented, bullpen-like office with a team of 10 employees. There is an option to transition to a hybrid work model after demonstrating capability and performance. The position offers generous full-time benefits and competitive compensation, with potential relocation packages available for those moving to Lawrence.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lawrence, KS.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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&DD 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)

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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.