Mechanical II

CannonDesign; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401k plan

Paid time off

Remote work options

Flex-time schedules

Job summary

CannonDesign is seeking an HVAC design professional to join our multi-disciplinary team in Arlington, VA. You will design ductwork, piping, select equipment, and perform energy modeling for educational, healthcare, corporate, and science/technology projects.

You will produce Revit/BIM drawings from schematic through construction, participate in owner meetings, and ensure design conformance with codes and specifications. ABET-credited degree and 4+ years experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in ABET-accredited program
• Minimum of 4 years related experience
• EIT/FE in the United States preferred
• LEED accreditation preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with engineering design software (Revit/Trane Trace/Trane 3D Plus) required

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC systems including ductwork, piping, equipment selection for small to mid-size projects
• Perform heating/cooling load calculations and energy modeling
• Create Revit/BIM construction drawings from schematic to construction phase
• Review shop drawings for specification conformance
• Interface with clients and project team in meetings
• Assist with RFIs and change orders
• Conduct site visits to verify conditions and progress

Skills

HVAC design

Energy modeling

Project coordination

Communication skills

Multi-project management

Education

Engineering degree (ABET preferred)

Tools

Revit

Trane Trace

Trane 3D Plus

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will be a member of our multi-disciplinary team and will work under the direction of a licensed engineer. Projects may include new construction and renovation in educational, healthcare, corporate commercial and science and technology.

HERE'S WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Perform designs of ductwork, piping, equipment selection for HVAC systems for building design, independently for smaller/less technical projects; under the supervision of a professional engineer for complex projects. As necessary assist with Plumbing and Fire Protection Designs.
• Calculate heating and cooling loads, layout and design ductwork and piping using energy modeling software.
• Prepare Revit/BIM modeling of construction drawings of HVAC systems from schematic design to construction administration phases including layout, sketches and detail drawings as required. As necessary perform Revit/BIM modeling for plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Edit specifications relating to existing or new projects.
• Specify mechanical equipment such as boilers, chillers, and air handling units.
• Review shop drawings for compliance of specifications and contract documents.
• Interface effectively with clients and members of the project team by attending Owner, Architect, Construction Administration (OAC) meetings in conjunction with project budget.
• May independently research as need arises and respond to emergent issues.
• Assists in gathering information to respond to RFI’s and review of change orders in the preparation of construction documents.
• Perform job site visits to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
• May direct activities of staff with less experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

HERE'S WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering required. Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of related experience required.
• EIT/FE in the United States preferred.
• LEED accreditation preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to effectively handle multiple projects.
• Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit, Trane Trace or Trane 3D Plus) required.

The salary range for this position to be filled in the Arlington, VA office is $81,315 to $95,665 annually. This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at https://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits. Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.

ABOUT OUR FIRM

CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don't just dream up solutions - we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better. It's more than a philosophy - it's who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.

ABOUT WORKING HERE

• We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
• We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
• We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.

As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct.

CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, CannonDesign employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. It is also CannonDesign's policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct, or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.