Mechanical Designer

Actalent; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and R o

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

Actalent is hiring a Mechanical Designer for in-office, contract-to-hire work in Baltimore, MD. The role involves running mechanical design projects from concept through construction documents using AutoCAD and ideally Revit, on commercial and government facilities.

You will work under a Senior Mechanical Engineer or Principal in a collaborative environment, contributing to diverse projects and high-profile government work while aligning with internal standards and procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical/MEP or building systems design.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects.
• Proficient in AutoCAD for mechanical design and drafting.
• Willingness to obtain security clearance and U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Independently run mechanical design projects, managing multiple assignments and priorities with minimal supervision.
• Perform mechanical design services for multi-discipline building design projects of small to large scope for commercial and government facilities.
• Execute mechanical engineering design for single-discipline projects of small to large scope.
• Develop and participate in all phases of mechanical design, including conceptual studies, programming, schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Prepare accurate, complete, and code-compliant drawings and specifications for schematic design and design development phases.
• Use AutoCAD as a primary tool to create, modify, and coordinate mechanical design drawings.
• Collaborate and coordinate closely with other disciplines to ensure integrated and conflict-free design solutions.
• Support the Mechanical Engineer or Principal by providing timely design deliverables and responding to design review comments.

Skills

Independent project management

MEP design

Building systems design

CAD drafting

Security clearance ability

U.S. citizenship

Coordination with disciplines

Attention to detail

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Designer Job Description This in-office Mechanical Designer role offers the opportunity to independently run mechanical design projects from concept through construction documents for a wide range of commercial and government facilities. You will use AutoCAD and, ideally, Revit to deliver high-quality, code-compliant mechanical designs on both multi-discipline building projects and single-discipline mechanical engineering projects. Working under the direct supervision of a Senior Mechanical Engineer or Principal, you will contribute to diverse and challenging work, including high-profile projects, while enjoying a collaborative and engaging company culture.

Responsibilities

• Independently run mechanical design projects, managing multiple assignments and priorities with minimal supervision.
• Perform mechanical design services for multi-discipline building design projects of small to large scope for commercial and government facilities.
• Execute mechanical engineering design for single-discipline projects of small to large scope.
• Develop and participate in all phases of mechanical design, including conceptual studies, programming, schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Prepare accurate, complete, and code-compliant drawings and specifications for schematic design and design development phases.
• Use AutoCAD as a primary tool to create, modify, and coordinate mechanical design drawings.
• Collaborate and coordinate closely with other disciplines to ensure integrated and conflict-free design solutions.
• Support the Mechanical Engineer or Principal by providing timely design deliverables and responding to design review comments.
• Apply mechanical engineering principles and MEP design standards to ensure functional, efficient, and compliant building systems.
• Contribute to drafting and documentation efforts to support project submissions, permitting, and construction.
• Maintain organized project documentation and adhere to internal standards and procedures throughout the design process.

Essential Skills

• 410 years of experience in mechanical, MEP, or building systems design.
• Ability to work independently and run projects with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD for mechanical design and drafting.
• Experience with mechanical engineering and mechanical design for commercial and government facilities.
• Experience in MEP design, including coordination with other building disciplines.
• Strong CAD drafting skills for producing detailed and accurate construction documents.
• Ability to prepare code-compliant mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Willingness and ability to obtain a security clearance as required by project contracts.
• U.S. citizenship, as required by project contracts.
• Strong communication and coordination skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, complete design deliverables.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using Revit for mechanical and MEP design is a strong plus.
• Experience working on multi-discipline building design projects is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with the full project lifecycle, from conceptual design through construction documents.
• Ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple projects or tasks concurrently.
• Interest in working on diverse and challenging projects, including high-profile government work.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, in-office position, working five days per week with 8-hour days. Start times are flexible between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m., allowing you to choose what works best for you within that window. You will work in a collaborative office environment that relies on AutoCAD and, where applicable, Revit and other CAD tools to deliver mechanical and MEP design projects. The culture emphasizes both professional growth and an enjoyable workplace, with a variety of social activities such as ping pong, corn hole, Xbox, Wii, and dart tournaments. The team regularly hosts events including a holiday party for employees and their partners, an employee holiday lunch, several cookouts throughout the year, a fantasy football league, and occasional weekend trips. The environment supports close coordination with other disciplines and offers exposure to a wide range of project types and sizes, including complex and high-visibility government projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Baltimore, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $43.27/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Benefits

• 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Baltimore,MD.

About Actalent

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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