Mechanical​/Plumbing Designer

Description

Grace Design Studios is seeking an experienced Mechanical and/or Plumbing Designer to join our growing MEP team in the New Orleans office. The ideal candidate will have experience designing HVAC and/or plumbing systems for commercial, healthcare, educational, and industrial facilities while utilizing Autodesk Revit to produce high-quality construction documents. This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects alongside experienced engineers, architects, and designers from schematic design through construction administration.

This position is available at a few select locations:
Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Phoenix, Orlando, Fort Worth, and Dallas.

• Develop HVAC and/or plumbing construction documents using Autodesk Revit.
• Applicants with experience in either HVAC design or plumbing/fire protection design are encouraged to apply.
• Utilize Autodesk Revit to develop coordinated 3D building models and construction documents.
• Utilize AutoCAD to prepare 2D details and supporting drawings as required.
• Coordinate designs with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers, and other project disciplines.
• Perform HVAC load calculations, equipment selections, and plumbing sizing calculations, as applicable.
• Produce coordinated, accurate, and code‑compliant construction documents.
• Conduct field investigations, site visits, and existing conditions assessments, including field verification for renovation and addition projects.
• Assist with construction administration by reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs, and addressing field issues.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred. Equivalent industry experience will also be considered.
• Minimum 3 years of experience designing HVAC and/or plumbing systems for commercial buildings.
• Experience performing HVAC load calculations and/or plumbing sizing calculations.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Revit is required.
• Familiarity with applicable mechanical, plumbing, and energy codes.

• Experience coordinating MEP systems with other disciplines.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality construction documents.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• AutoCAD experience is a plus.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer Intern (EI) certification is a plus.

• Employer‑paid health insurance, effective the 1st of the month after date of hire
• Profit sharing bonuses
• 401(k) plan with an employer match
• Employer‑paid short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and life and AD&D insurance
• Other voluntary benefits including vision, dental, accident insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and supplemental life insurance are available
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mechanical or Plumbing Designer to join our growing MEP team and contribute to a diverse portfolio of commercial, healthcare, educational, and industrial projects. If you are passionate about quality design, collaboration, and professional growth, we would love to hear from you.