Revit MEP Drafter - Mechanical Systems (HVAC/plumbing)

Finnegan Erickson Associates (FEA Consulting Engineers); Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Community involvement in local events

Competitive compensation package

Team events and activities

Job summary

FEA Consulting Engineers in Henderson, NV, is seeking a Revit MEP Drafter to produce high-quality construction documents for mechanical systems in a fast-paced BIM environment, collaborating closely with engineers.

You will draft layouts in Revit MEP and AutoCAD, coordinate with electrical and plumbing disciplines, develop standard families, templates, and details, and support project managers through design and construction.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of MEP Revit drafting experience.
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally and orally about highly technical subject matter.
• Thorough understanding of plumbing systems and component materials.
• Ability to work extended hours and workdays in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines and work demands as needed.
• Capacity to analyze a problem from multiple perspectives and explore creative solutions.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail with a desire for excellence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Professional attitude and appearance.
• Valid Drivers' license.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update original drawings and revisions for HVAC and plumbing projects using Revit MEP models, AutoCAD, 3D, and related software.
• Draft layouts based on engineer markups and redlines.
• Coordinate model elements to support various engineers and PMs during planning and design stages.
• Develop and maintain standard Revit families, templates, details and graphic standards.
• Develop and maintain standard AutoCAD templates, details and graphic standards.
• Translate mark-ups/sketches into drawings per company standards; check drawings for consistency; label and update drawings.
• Maintain standard drawing files and templates per company standards.
• Assist in field activities to gather project information as needed.
• Coordinate with electrical, mechanical, plumbing, lighting and low voltage disciplines.
• Report progress to Project Managers and senior management.
• Attend staff meetings and communicate with clients, vendors, contractors and engineers.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Ability to work extended hours

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Revit MEP

AutoCAD

3D modeling

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Our Team. Do Your Best. Grow Your Career.

When you join FEA, you become a part of our team of dedicated and supportive people focused on delivering best-in-class service to our clients and partners.

Founded in 1989 by Robert Finnegan and Boyd Erickson, FEA Consulting Engineers serves both the public and private industries with the one quality that seemed to be missing in the consulting world: SERVICE.

We take pride in our reputation of providing excellent service to our clients, owners, and partners. We are committed to maintain our level of service and expertise on all of our projects. This includes providing designs for schools with concentration on sustainability, or restaurants that need an environment to align with their culinary arts vision, to mega resorts seeking to create an unparalleled guest experience. Our highly diversified portfolio includes some of the most unique buildings constructed on the planet.

We recognize that our people set us apart from all the rest. As a member of the team, you can expect:

• A culture that encourages learning and development.
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits package.
• Challenging and rewarding projects.
• Team events and activities to connect and blow off steam.
• Involvement with community development activities and non-profit programs.

Position Overview:

The Revit MEP Drafter supports our engineering teams in producing high-quality construction documents for mechanical (HVAC/plumbing) systems. Ideal candidates are comfortable working in a fast-paced, highly collaborative BIM environment.

Essential Job Functions/Duties:

• Work with engineers to develop and update original drawings and revisions for engineering projects using Revit MEP models, AutoCAD, 3D, and other software for HVAC and plumbing system projects.
• Draft layouts based on engineer markups and red lines.
• Coordinate model elements to support various level engineers and project managers during the planning and design stages of projects.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of standard Revit families, templates, details and graphic standards.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of standard AutoCAD templates, details and graphic standards.
• Utilize AutoCAD and Revit to translate mark-ups/sketches into drawings consistent with company standards; check drawings for consistency with standards and plot final drawings; correctly label final work drawings; and update contract drawings and specifications.
• Maintain standard drawing files and templates in accordance with company standards.
• Assist in field activities to gather project information as necessary.
• Coordinate work with disciplines including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, lighting and low voltage.
• Work at the direction of the Project Manager.
• Provide technical support to other engineers and draftspersons.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Interact with clients, vendors, contractors, architects and fellow engineers to coordinate designs.
• Report to Project Managers and senior management about progress and changes.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Comply with the company policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• 1+ year of MEP Revit drafting experience.
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally and orally about highly technical subject matter.
• Thorough understanding of plumbing systems and component materials.
• Ability to work extended hours and workdays in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines and work demands as needed.
• Capacity to analyze a problem from multiple perspectives and explore creative solutions.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail with a desire for excellence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Professional attitude and appearance.
• Valid Drivers' license.

Physical & Mental Demands and Working Conditions: Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of time.
• Must occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Frequently communicates with co-workers and patients/clients in person and over the telephone to answer questions and provide assistance.
• Must be able to articulate concepts and ideas in a clear, concise and accurate manner.
• Must have the ability to assess problems and provide solutions and use good judgment.
• Occasionally will need to reach with hands and arms, lift up to 25 pounds, climb/balance, stoop/kneel/crouch/crawl and push/pull file cabinet drawers.
• Must be able to identify and assess information on computer screens and written reports and documentation and record accurate written and electronic messages and reports.
• Requires the ability to distinguish letters or symbols and eye/hand coordination.
• Position requires occasional (20%) travel within the local area, traveling to office and business locations to conduct business transactions. This involves exposure to weather conditions, traveling distances to and from buildings, and operating a vehicle.
• Requires the ability to distinguish letters or symbols and eye/hand coordination.
• Ability to Comply to the Company Drug and Alcohol Policy as a requirement of a position that could adversely affect the safety of others.