MEP Design Technician II - Multi-Family Drafting

AMPAM; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

AMPAM is seeking a Design Technician II to produce detailed design documents for plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems on multi-family new construction projects in California. You will support engineers and project managers from schematic design through construction administration, ensuring coordinated, efficient, and code-compliant MEP systems.

Responsibilities include drafting in AutoCAD/Revit, preparing diagrams and load calculations, and collaborating with architects and other disciplines.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Architectural Engineering Technology, or equivalent.
• Autodesk Certifications (CAD, REVIT, Navisworks, Bluebeam) preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in MEP design, preferably in multi-family or residential projects.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify detailed MEP construction documents using AutoCAD, Revit, and other design software.
• Create coordinated layouts for plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems in multi-family buildings.
• Prepare riser diagrams, single-line diagrams, load calculations, and equipment schedules.
• Assist in design options and value-engineering to meet budgets and performance goals.
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to ensure system integration; review submittals and RFIs.
• Apply codes and standards; participate in design reviews and maintain project documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Multi-project management

Problem solving

Education

AS/Technical diploma in engineering tech

Autodesk Certifications preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Navisworks

Bluebeam

Carrier HAP

Trace 700

Job description

AMPAM is seeking a Design Technician II to produce detailed design documents for plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems on multi-family new construction projects in California. You will support engineers and project managers from schematic design through construction administration, ensuring coordinated, efficient, and code-compliant MEP systems.

Responsibilities include drafting in AutoCAD/Revit, preparing diagrams and load calculations, and collaborating with architects and other disciplines.