Mechanical Engineer

Cresta; Colombia; Remote; COP 198,092,000 - 297,138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work from Colombia

NY schedule (EST)

18 PTO days

Growth in BIM and codes

Job summary

Cresta is seeking a Mechanical (HVAC) BIM Designer to lead modeling, clash detection, and shop drawing production for US projects. You will model HVAC ductwork, piping, equipment, and RCPs in Revit 2026, coordinate with architecture, structure, and MEP trades, and run Navisworks clash checks daily.

This is 100% remote from Colombia with a NY-based schedule (EST). The position offers full-time employment, 18 PTO days, and exposure to IMC/SMACNA codes and BIM Level 2 practices.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of hands-on BIM modeling and drafting experience for mechanical/HVAC systems in commercial, multi-family, or mixed-use developments.
• Fluent English communication for daily coordination with US project teams.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC duct routing, equipment sizing, and clash resolution workflows.

Responsibilities

• Model detailed 3D mechanical systems using Revit 2026 (HVAC ductwork, equipment, piping, accessories).
• Create Reflected Ceiling Plans (RCPs) and coordinate diffusers and openings with architectural layouts.
• Run Navisworks clash detection and resolve spatial conflicts with structural, plumbing, fire protection, and electrical trades.
• Coordinate builder openings and penetrations with structural/architectural teams to avoid field rework.
• Adapt designs for various HVAC setups (VRV/VRF, single ports, PTAC) per US practices.
• Ensure compliance with IMC, SMACNA, and ASHRAE standards.
• Incorporate revisions from coordination meetings and prepare fabrication-ready shop drawings.

Skills

English proficiency

BIM modeling

Coordination with US teams

Technical drafting

Tools

Autodesk Revit (MEP)

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Trimble SysQue

MSUITE

Job description

Mechanical (HVAC) BIM Designer - Shop Drawings & Coordination (US Projects) | Remote Colombia

Work directly with leading US-based engineering & construction firms delivering high-impact commercial and residential projects.

Competitive Pay in USD | Full-Time (NY Schedule) | 100% Remote (Colombia)

We are hiring a skilled Mechanical (HVAC) BIM Designer to lead the modeling, clash detection, and shop drawing production for commercial, multi-unit residential, and mixed-use projects in the United States.In this role, you will go beyond basic technical drafting to actively resolve complex coordination challenges. Modeling directly in Revit 2026, you will detail HVAC ductwork, mechanical piping, equipment, and Reflected Ceiling Plans (RCPs), coordinating elements such as diffusers and grilles alongside plumbing, fire protection, electrical, and structural systems. Working daily with Navisworks for clash detection, you will adapt designs across various system typologies (single ports, VRV systems, PTAC units) and coordinate wall/slab openings and sleeves before field fabrication. This is an ideal position for Mechanical Engineers, Mechatronics Engineers, or BIM Specialists in Colombia with strong Revit MEP expertise, fluent English communication, and hands-on experience in MEP coordination.

What We Offer

• 100% Remote: Work from anywhere in Colombia directly for a U.S. client.
• Full-Time Schedule: Monday-Friday | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (EST / NY Time).
• Paid Time Off: 18 PTO days annually.
• Professional Growth: Direct exposure to advanced U.S. building codes (IMC, SMACNA), BIM Level 2 workflows, and cutting-edge mechanical fabrication tools.

What You'll Do

• Model detailed 3D mechanical systems using Revit 2026, including HVAC ductwork, central equipment, piping, and accessories based on engineering design packages.
• Model Reflected Ceiling Plans (RCP) and coordinate diffusers, grilles, and return air openings with architectural layouts.
• Run clash detection analysis in Navisworks as a core daily function, resolving spatial conflicts against structural, plumbing, fire protection, and electrical trades.
• Coordinate builder openings, sleeves, and penetrations with structural and architectural teams to avoid costly field rework.
• Adapt mechanical designs to support various HVAC system setups (VRV/VRF, single ports, split systems, PTAC units) and regional U.S. construction practices.
• Ensure all designs strictly adhere to relevant mechanical codes and standards (IMC, SMACNA, ASHRAE).
• Incorporate project revisions and design updates resulting from trade coordination meetings alongside the in-house Project Manager.
• Complete drawing annotations, elevation tags, section callouts, and graphic details to prepare fabrication- and installation-ready shop drawings.

What You'll Bring

• English Level: Advanced Technical & Conversational English (B2+ / C1 mandatory) for daily written and verbal coordination with U.S. project teams.
• Experience: 3-5+ years of hands-on BIM modeling and drafting experience specifically for mechanical/HVAC systems in commercial, multi-family, or mixed-use developments.
• Software Proficiency: Expert proficiency in Autodesk Revit (MEP modeling), working knowledge of Navisworks (clash identification and grouping), and basic AutoCAD; familiarity with Trimble SysQue or MSUITE is a strong plus.
• Technical Core: In‑depth knowledge of HVAC duct routing, air distribution, equipment sizing/clearances, clash resolution workflows, and penetrations/sleeves coordination.
• Codes & Standards: Practical familiarity with IMC (International Mechanical Code), SMACNA standards, and imperial unit drawing sets.

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About Cresta

At Cresta, we connect top AEC talent across Latin America with leading architecture and engineering firms in the United States. You will work as a dedicated, full-time member of our client's team, collaborating directly on real-world U.S. projects while Cresta supports your ongoing HR and onboarding experience.

Note: Only CVs submitted in English will be considered.