Mechanical Designer/Engineer

Baskervill; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid parental leave

401(k) with employer match

Disability coverage

Paid personal time, holidays, and a浮浮

Job summary

Baskervill is seeking a Mechanical Designer/Engineer to work with our architects and engineers, turning complex building needs into smart, buildable systems

Join a multidisciplinary firm with a century of experience and opportunities to contribute on a range of projects, from campuses to hospitality, while collaborating with design teams in Richmond.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of mechanical building-systems design experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• EIT is preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of Revit and MS Office preferred.
• HVAC load calculation software experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Develop HVAC and mechanical system designs for diverse building types.
• Perform heating and cooling load calculations; size ductwork, piping, and equipment.
• Develop coordinated mechanical drawings and construction documents in Revit.
• Support equipment selection, code reviews, and quality checks.
• Provide client and consultant communication.
• Field work and some travel as required.

Skills

communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Revit

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Design has the ability to empower ideas and connect people. At Baskervill, we take that seriously—and we have a lot of fun doing it.

We’re a multidisciplinary AE firm with a growing global footprint and more than a century of experience shaping some of the country’s most influential spaces—from university campuses and civic hubs to luxury resorts and Fortune 500 workplaces. We’re looking for a Mechanical Designer/Engineer ready to work alongside our architects and designers to turn complex building needs into smart, buildable systems. Sound interesting? Let’s talk.

What you’ll be doing:

• Develop HVAC and mechanical system designs for a diverse range of building types, translating early design concepts into coordinated, constructible solutions through construction
• Perform heating and cooling load calculations; size ductwork, piping, and equipment; and help develop specifications
• Develop coordinated mechanical drawings and construction documents in Revit alongside architectural and engineering teams
• Support equipment selection, code reviews, and quality checks to keep designs accurate and buildable
• Provide client and consultant communication
• Field work and some travel as required

What you’ll need:

• 0-3 years of mechanical building-systems design experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience
• EIT preferred, but not required.
• Working knowledge of Revit, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office suite is preferred, but not required.
• Basic knowledge of Mechanical Code, ASHRAE, Energy Code, building codes and cost analysis is preferred, but not required.
• Experience with HVAC load calculation software (such as Trane TRACE 3D Plus or Carrier HAP) and familiarity with applicable mechanical and energy codes is preferred, but not required.
• Excellent communication skills, written, and verbal

Why Baskervill?

People come to Baskervill because the work matters, they stay because the people matter. That’s why our benefits are designed to support real life, not just work life. That includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid parental leave
• A 401(k) with employer match
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Paid personal time, paid holidays, and a floating holiday
• Flex spending account
• $72,000-$85,000 annually

While the range shown provides an overview of the expected compensation for this role, the salary ultimately offered will reflect the selected candidate’s unique qualifications, experience, and overall fit, as well as internal compensation practices and market trends.

We’re also deeply invested in community impact. Through our 5% Ask initiative, Baskervill employees collectively contribute an average of 1,000 volunteer hours each year, working with local nonprofit organizations.

But don’t just take our word for it—our culture of care and opportunity has earned us repeated ‘Best Places to Work’ recognition from Virginia Business and Orlando Business Journal.

Baskervill is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace, and we consider all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We’re also committed to providing reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause undue hardship.