Remote Mechanical Designer – Building Systems & Codes

NORR; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NORR Architects Engineers Planners is seeking a Mechanical Designer to join our team in Chicago. You will collaborate with engineering and architecture professionals to develop integrated design solutions for building projects, ensuring code compliance and high-quality documentation.

The role requires extensive mechanical systems knowledge, strong CAD skills (AutoCAD and Revit MEP), and 7–10 years of project experience.

Qualifications

• Proficient in engineering software including AutoCAD and Revit MEP.
• Strong knowledge of building mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with architectural design concepts and building codes.
• Have successfully completed related post-secondary education.
• Registered with a relevant professional engineering association would be an asset.
• 7–10 years of project work experience in mechanical building systems.
• Experience with building codes and jurisdictional requirements.

Responsibilities

• Designs components of the overall building including integrating architectural design and adhering to applicable codes and jurisdictional requirements.
• Evaluates engineering design requirements and creates drawings to support constructions projects.
• Performs engineering activities such as calculations, code research, material and building systems research, laying out components, and calculation of program and building areas.
• Evaluates site conditions, including zoning requirements and site constraints and performs site surveys and field reviews to accurately document existing and new construction conditions.
• Synthesizes, interprets and coordinates technical information to write engineering specifications for Project Manuals.
• Reviews project products, services and shop drawings to ensure adherence to project documents, relevant jurisdictional codes and corporate quality controls.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Mechanical design

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Mechanical design software

Job description

NORR Architects Engineers Planners is seeking a Mechanical Designer to join our team in Chicago. You will collaborate with engineering and architecture professionals to develop integrated design solutions for building projects, ensuring code compliance and high-quality documentation.

The role requires extensive mechanical systems knowledge, strong CAD skills (AutoCAD and Revit MEP), and 7–10 years of project experience.