Senior Mechanical Designer
Listed on 2026-01-30
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Engineering
Building Services Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Senior Mechanical Designer
Department: Mechanical
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Virginia
Compensation: $62,500 - $77,000 / year
DescriptionSummary Join the APD family – where passion meets purpose! APD is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer responsible for engineering HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for retail, restaurant, public infrastructure/facilities, and residential projects. Emphasis on retail design; APD is a national leader in multi-site retail design. This position offers opportunities for growth and advancement. With a spirit that thrives on autonomy, a voice that resonates with clarity, and tech-savvy skills, you’re the candidate we’ve been waiting for.
Elevate Your Career at APD
- Passionate Community: Be a part of the APD family, where every team member s passion fuels the collective purpose.
- Dynamic Growth: Thrive in a bustling MEP Department on an exciting growth trajectory.
- Diverse Portfolio: Design HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for a myriad of projects, with a focus on retail design.
- Industry Leadership: Be part of a national front-runner in multi-site retail design.
- Autonomy & Support: A role that values independent spirit, clear communication, and technical expertise.
- Upward Mobility: Opportunities for growth and advancement.
- Develop mechanical drawings to construct HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems.
- Perform load calculations to determine system sizes.
- Ensure mechanical, plumbing, energy, and NFPA codes and specifications are implemented.
- Adhere to deadlines and work in a fast-paced consulting environment.
- Perform field visits to document and verify existing equipment and systems.
- Construction administration duties include answering RFIs, reviewing submittals, and resolving design/coordination issues with contractors.
- Coordinate mechanical systems and utility design with Electrical, Architectural, Civil, and Structural disciplines.
Minimum Qualifications
- AS or BS in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited school.
- 3+ years’ experience in HVAC or Plumbing & Fire Protection design.
- 1+ years of AutoCAD education, training, or related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- BS or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited school.
- 5+ years’ experience in HVAC or Plumbing & Fire Protection design.
A Great Place to Belong!
We know what makes APD truly great is our people. We have a true team atmosphere, where we work to improve constantly. APD was formed with a new vision of the future—powerful professional design and consulting services without the often-associated large company corporate bureaucracy. Managing partners are open to suggestions to improve the office environment and processes. We support our staff with training and mentoring.
We value happy employees—both personally and professionally. So around here, family comes first—we recognize that no one can give their best until their family is cared for. If you desire to grow, be challenged, and be rewarded for your efforts, we invite you to consider a career with us. APD offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, professional development, paid time off, 401(k), etc.
APD Engineering & Architecture, PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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