Assoc Mechanical Designer

DPR Construction; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Wellness program

Job summary

GPLA Structural Engineers and Builders, part of the DPR Family of Companies, seeks an Associate Mechanical Designer to assist with drawings, specifications and calculations under close supervision. You will help develop basic mechanical layouts for HVAC, piping and equipment, and collaborate with engineers and modelers to produce coordinated deliverables.

Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification in progress is preferred; no prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• No experience required.
• EIT certification in progress or intent to pursue preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the production of mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations with tasks that are specific and clearly defined.
• Supports development of basic mechanical layouts for HVAC, piping and equipment systems.
• Performs basic drafting, layout, and documentation tasks with guidance from engineers and senior designers.
• Supports construction administration activities, including shop drawing review and RFIs, under supervision.
• Utilizes CAD software to create 2D drawings and assist with development of 3D mechanical models.
• Collaborates with engineers, designers, and modelers to support timely project delivery.
• Incorporates feedback and redline comments to improve technical skills and design accuracy.

Skills

Drafting

2D drawings

3D modeling

HVAC basics

Piping

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) in progress

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

CAD software

Job description

Job Description GPLA Structural Engineers and Builders, part of the DPR Family of Companies, is seeking an Associate Mechanical Designer. At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary:

Responsible for mechanical design activities by assisting with drawings, specifications, and calculations throughout all phases of project design under close supervision. Assists in developing basic mechanical system layouts and documentation using foundational knowledge of mechanical principles and applicable codes. Collaborates with mechanical engineers, designers, and modelers to produce coordinated design deliverables while building technical proficiency. Supports construction administration activities as directed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists in the production of mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations with tasks that are specific and clearly defined.
• Supports development of basic mechanical layouts for HVAC, piping, and equipment systems using foundational knowledge of mechanical codes and standards.
• Performs basic drafting, layout, and documentation tasks with guidance from engineers and senior designers.
• Supports construction administration activities, including shop drawing review and responses to RFIs, under supervision.
• Utilizes CAD software to create 2D drawings and assist with development of 3D mechanical models.
• Collaborates with engineers, designers, and modelers to support coordinated and timely project delivery.
• Incorporates feedback and redline comments to improve technical skills and design accuracy.

Education Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience:

No experience required.

Certifications and Licenses:

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification in progress or intent to pursue preferred.

Anticipated starting pay range:

$70,000.00- $99,000.00

Benefits:

• DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy.

Nothing is more important than your health and wellness.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world. Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek. The DPR family of companies is closing the gap between design and construction with an integrated collection of products and services to build smarter, move faster and achieve strong results. Our approximately 11,000 employees share a commitment to growth, innovation and building great things—great teams, great careers and great projects that change the world.

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