View All Jobs 14871

Mechanical Designer

Design detailed HVAC and plumbing systems for government and military buildings
Sacramento, California, United States
Junior
$28 – 35 USD / hour
19 hours agoBe an early applicant
Actalent

Actalent

A provider of engineering and sciences services and talent solutions for various industries.

Mechanical Designer

The Mechanical HVAC/Plumbing Designer is responsible for designing and developing mechanical systems, including HVAC and plumbing, for commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings. This role involves creating construction documents, coordinating with other disciplines, and ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop HVAC and plumbing systems for various building types.
  • Create detailed construction documents.
  • Coordinate with other engineering disciplines to ensure cohesive project development.
  • Ensure all designs comply with applicable codes and standards.
  • Perform constructability reviews of drawings.
  • Coordinate with consultants and contractors.
  • Review calculations, drawings, and specifications, providing meaningful feedback.

Essential Skills:

  • 2-4 years of experience in HVAC and plumbing design.
  • Proficiency in design, schematic, and engineering processes.
  • Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, and 3D modeling.
  • Experience in public projects or work with federal, public, and military projects.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

  • Experience with electrical engineering and consulting.
  • EIT certification is preferred.

Work Environment:

The work environment offers a hybrid/remote work option after 90 days for individuals who demonstrate the ability to complete tasks efficiently. The office is in a cubical setting located along the Sacramento River. The company is engaged in a variety of new and technically complex projects, specializing in government and military facilities, which demand precision engineering and close coordination across multiple disciplines to meet stringent federal and defense standards.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sacramento, California.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr. 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)

Workplace Type:

This is a hybrid position in Sacramento, CA.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2025.

+ Show Original Job Post
























Mechanical Designer
Sacramento, California, United States
$28 – 35 USD / hour
Design
About Actalent
A provider of engineering and sciences services and talent solutions for various industries.