Mechanical/Plumbing Designer

Grace Design Studios; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

Profit-sharing bonuses

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off and holidays

Job summary

Grace Design Studios, located in Fort Worth, is seeking an experienced Mechanical and/or Plumbing Designer to join our MEP team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing HVAC and plumbing systems for various facilities and producing high-quality construction documents.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years experience and proficiency with Autodesk Revit. This position offers comprehensive employer-paid health benefits, profit-sharing bonuses, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience designing HVAC and/or plumbing systems for commercial buildings.
• Experience with HVAC load and plumbing sizing calculations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Develop HVAC and/or plumbing construction documents using Autodesk Revit.
• Coordinate designs with architects, structural, electrical, and other disciplines.
• Conduct field investigations and site visits.

Skills

HVAC design

Plumbing design

Autodesk Revit

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Grace Design Studios is looking for an experienced Mechanical and/or Plumbing Designer to join our MEP team in the New Orleans office. The role involves designing HVAC and plumbing systems for a variety of facilities and producing high‑quality construction documents with Autodesk Revit.

Locations

Available at select offices: Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Phoenix, Orlando, Fort Worth, Dallas.

Responsibilities

• Develop HVAC and/or plumbing construction documents using Autodesk Revit.
• Coordinate designs with architects, structural, electrical, and other disciplines.
• Perform load and sizing calculations for HVAC and plumbing as required.
• Create coordinated, accurate, code‑compliant construction documents.
• Conduct field investigations, site visits, and existing condition assessments.
• Assist with construction administration: reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs, and addressing field issues.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum 3 years of experience designing HVAC and/or plumbing systems for commercial buildings.
• Experience with HVAC load and plumbing sizing calculations.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Revit; AutoCAD experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with mechanical, plumbing, and energy codes.
• Experience coordinating MEP systems with other disciplines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high‑quality construction documents.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• PE license or EI certification is a plus.

Benefits

• Employer‑paid health insurance, effective first of the month after hire.
• Profit‑sharing bonuses.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employer‑paid short‑term disability, long‑term disability, life and AD&D insurance.
• Additional voluntary benefits: vision, dental, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, supplemental life insurance.
• Paid Time Off and holidays.

About Us

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mechanical or Plumbing Designer to join our growing MEP team and work on commercial, healthcare, educational, and industrial projects.