Mechanical Designer

Job Title

Mechanical Designer

The Mechanical HVAC/Plumbing Designer is responsible for designing and developing mechanical systems, including HVAC and plumbing, for commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings. This role involves creating construction documents, coordinating with other disciplines, and ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards.

• Design and develop HVAC and plumbing systems for various building types.
• Create detailed construction documents.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to ensure cohesive project development.
• Ensure all designs comply with applicable codes and standards.
• Perform constructability reviews of drawings.
• Coordinate with consultants and contractors.
• Review calculations, drawings, and specifications, providing meaningful feedback.

• 2-4 years of experience in HVAC and plumbing design.
• Proficiency in design, schematic, and engineering processes.
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and 3D modeling.
• Experience in public projects or work with federal, public, and military projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

• Experience with electrical engineering and consulting.
• EIT certification is preferred.

The work environment offers a hybrid/remote work option after 90 days for individuals who demonstrate the ability to complete tasks efficiently. The office is in a cubical setting located along the Sacramento River. The company is engaged in a variety of new and technically complex projects, specializing in government and military facilities, which demand precision engineering and close coordination across multiple disciplines to meet stringent federal and defense standards.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sacramento, California.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $45.00/hr.

• 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&D 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)

This is a hybrid position in Sacramento, CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 2026.

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.