Senior Mechanical Designer

A leading comprehensive engineering design and consulting firm, SSR provides innovative solutions for clients with facility and infrastructure challenges. SSR has multiple locations across the US and partners with diverse teams to deliver advanced solutions that last.

SSR offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, a generous Health Savings Account contribution, 401(k) with full matching, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs.

Looking for a Senior Mechanical Designer for our Nashville, TN location.

• Process drawings received from the architect into usable models.
• Coordinate initial project set up and ensure the team has the current model through communication with the architect.
• Prepare electronic drawings accurately and efficiently.
• Develop design approaches and concepts in coordination with the project engineer.
• Implement design requirements as related by the design team.
• Perform system design layout and sizing for assigned projects.
• Assist in studies, load calculation, and selection of equipment to fit the project design.
• Anticipate problems and conflicts, providing recommended solutions.
• Review shop drawings, record changes, and keep disciplines informed.
• Attend project update meetings with clients and team members.
• Coordinate with external and internal contacts such as owners, architects, and other disciplines.
• Communicate design requirements and answer questions from contractors and suppliers during bid or construction phases.
• Maintain detailed records of communications with clients, contractors, vendors, and team members.
• Coordinate contract documents with construction administrators and perform on‑site inspections as required; may serve as Construction Administrator.
• Perform collision changes in Navisworks as collisions are identified.
• Visually review plans for defects in design work.
• Assist in developing man‑hour budgets and perform tasks according to the budget.
• Communicate with team members, project manager, other disciplines, and outside vendors for necessary information about drawings.
• Assist in the process of putting a set of drawings into an organized package.
• Keep up with the latest code requirements, design software, and industry trends.
• Mentor designers and EITs.
• Assist or supervise data collection and field verification.
• May hold project manager responsibilities on some projects, overseeing scope, scheduling, client communication, meetings, profitability, QA/QC, and job close‑out.
• Collaborate with a team of designers and engineers on standardization of design practices, QA/QC, and current issues.

• Two‑year technical degree in an applicable discipline plus six years of experience OR eight years of experience.
• Three years of experience with large‑scope projects.
• Revit experience preferred.
• Experience performing system or project designs with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret plans from other disciplines.
• Proficient knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and discipline‑specific software such as TRACE, HASS, and SKM.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of state and local construction guidelines.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
• Knowledge of construction terminology and basic math.
• Knowledge of systems integration.
• General knowledge of engineering theories and methodologies.
• Interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication, and attention to detail.
• Judgment, decision‑making, organizational, technical writing, influence, mentoring, and foresight.

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SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affluent Action Employer. EOE Disability/Veteran.

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