Revit Designer

ACTalent; Madison (WI); Remote; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

Actalent invites a highly skilled Revit Designer to join a fully remote contract role focused on complex mechanical, electrical, and utility infrastructure for mission-critical data centers. You will translate advanced concepts into detailed layouts using Revit and Plant 3D, designing piping, HVAC, and electrical systems with a strong emphasis on redundancy and uptime.

Responsibilities include 3D modeling, P&ID interpretation, and inter-disciplinary coordination, often in congested spaces.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in complex data-center/mechanical systems design and modeling.
• Ability to design and model systems in congested equipment rooms and utility spaces.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary systems and phased deliverables to strict standards.
• Proficiency with Revit and/or Plant 3D to produce detailed, accurate models and drawings.
• Experience interpreting P&IDs and translating them into 3D models, orthographic drawings, and piping isometrics.

Responsibilities

• Convert system design concepts into detailed layouts from basis of design and field data.
• Design and model mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, process, and fire protection systems for data centers using Revit and/or Plant 3D.
• Develop detailed designs for piping, cooling infrastructure, equipment layouts, and associated components.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary systems and deliverables across disciplines.
• Use Navisworks or similar for clash detection and coordination.
• Interpret P&IDs and translate to 3D piping models and drawings.
• Maintain and update orthographic drawings and piping isometrics.

Skills

Revit design

Plant 3D

Navisworks

P&IDs interpretation

3D piping models

coordination across disciplines

remote work capability

self-management in remote setting

Tools

Revit

Plant 3D

Navisworks

Job description

Job Description

This Revit Designer role focuses on the design and modeling of complex mechanical, electrical, and utility infrastructure for mission-critical data centers and other highly technical facilities. You will translate advanced system design concepts into detailed layouts, contributing to environments where cooling, piping, power, and redundancy are essential and downtime is not an option. The position offers the opportunity to build highly marketable data center experience, deepen expertise in mechanical and piping systems, and develop a strong career path from designer to mission-critical specialist, all within a fully remote work arrangement.

Job Title: Revit Designer

This Revit Designer role focuses on the design and modeling of complex mechanical, electrical, and utility infrastructure for mission-critical data centers and other highly technical facilities. You will translate advanced system design concepts into detailed layouts, contributing to environments where cooling, piping, power, and redundancy are essential and downtime is not an option. The position offers the opportunity to build highly marketable data center experience, deepen expertise in mechanical and piping systems, and develop a strong career path from designer to mission-critical specialist, all within a fully remote work arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Convert system design concepts into specific layouts by interpreting information set forth in the basis of design, as well as information gathered from users, project partners, field surveys, and code research.
• Design and model mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, process, and fire protection systems for data centers and other complex facilities using Revit and/or Plant 3D.
• Develop detailed designs for chilled water piping systems, cooling infrastructure, mechanical equipment layouts, and associated components such as pumps, chillers, valves, and heat exchangers.
• Work effectively in congested equipment rooms and utility distribution spaces, ensuring clear routing, constructability, and maintainability of systems.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary systems and phased deliverables, aligning mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and process designs with project standards and requirements.
• Identify and document the systems you personally design and model, demonstrating ownership of your work and clarity in scope.
• Use project coordination tools, such as Navisworks or similar platforms, to support clash detection, interdisciplinary coordination, and model integration.
• Interpret P&IDs and translate them into accurate 3D piping models, orthographic drawings, and piping isometrics.
• Generate, update, and maintain orthographic drawings and piping isometrics, ensuring consistency with project specifications and design intent.
• Manage intelligent project data, including use of data managers and validation tools, to maintain accurate and reliable model information.
• Own the quality of your work by self-checking model data, verifying system continuity, and reviewing schedules and documentation for accuracy.
• Adhere to demanding project standards and support the delivery of high-quality, mission-critical infrastructure designs.
• Support large-scale, critical infrastructure projects, including high-density cooling systems, redundant mechanical infrastructure, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, and critical power distribution.
• Collaborate with project partners and internal teams to achieve energy-efficient building solutions and support a greener, more sustainable future.
• Contribute to the development of reliable, efficient, and maintainable data center designs that accommodate future growth and evolving technical requirements.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience working on complex projects such as large healthcare facilities, research laboratories, and data centers.
• Demonstrated ability to design and model systems in congested equipment rooms and utility distribution spaces.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary systems and phased deliverables while meeting demanding project standards.
• Strong discipline expertise in one or more areas such as HVAC, mechanical systems, process piping, plumbing, electrical, or fire protection.
• Proficiency with Revit and/or Plant 3D, with the ability to produce detailed, accurate models and drawings.
• Expert-level Plant 3D skills, including piping design and specifications, intelligent project data management, and use of data manager and validation tools.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs and convert them into accurate 3D models, orthographic drawings, and piping isometrics.
• Experience generating and updating orthographic drawings and piping isometrics for complex piping systems.
• Capability to manage project files, references, and relative paths within Plant 3D or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with project coordination tools such as Navisworks or equivalent, and the ability to use them for interdisciplinary coordination.
• Strong sense of quality ownership, including self-checking model data, verifying system continuity, and reviewing schedules for accuracy.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting, managing tasks and deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Reliable high-speed internet connection and ability to connect securely via VPN to project systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with data center design, including chilled water systems, high-density cooling, redundant mechanical infrastructure, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, and critical power distribution.
• Experience in designing and modeling chilled water piping systems, cooling infrastructure, and mechanical equipment layouts.
• Exposure to large-scale critical infrastructure projects involving significant IT loads, generator capacity, and extensive chilled water storage.
• Understanding of constructability, equipment layouts, piping routing, redundancy, and mission-critical design principles.
• Interest in energy-efficient building solutions and sustainable design practices.
• Ability to clearly identify and communicate the systems personally designed and modeled on past projects.
• Experience working with phased deliverables and adhering to rigorous project standards and documentation requirements.
• Motivation to grow from a Plant 3D designer into a mechanical/piping designer, senior level designer, design lead, or mission-critical/data center specialist.
• Comfort working across multiple industries and project types, supporting a variety of complex facilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in technical design and modeling work.

Work Environment

This role is 100% remote, allowing you to work from your own location while supporting complex data center projects across diverse industries. You will need a strong, reliable Wi-Fi connection and the ability to securely connect to project systems via VPN. You are expected to provide your own monitors and necessary hardware to effectively perform design and modeling tasks. The work centers on highly technical, mission-critical facilities, including data centers with chilled water piping systems, cooling infrastructure, mechanical equipment layouts, pumps, chillers, valves, and heat exchangers. You will collaborate virtually with multidisciplinary teams, using tools such as Revit, Plant 3D, and Navisworks to coordinate designs and deliver high-quality, constructible solutions in a professional, detail-oriented environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Madison, WI.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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