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Mechanical Designer

Lead full mechanical design of sanitary, water, gas, and fire protection systems.
Columbia, Maryland, United States
Mid-Level
$60,000 – 115,000 USD / year
4 days ago
Actalent

Actalent

Provides engineering and sciences talent solutions, including staffing, consulting, and workforce services for technology-driven and highly regulated industries.

Mechanical Designer

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Design professional to lead the full design of sanitary, domestic water, gas, storm, medical gas, and fire protection systems for small to medium commercial projects. The role involves evaluating system options, assessing existing building systems, and coordinating all project documentation with internal teams and clients. You will be responsible for producing complete, code-compliant designs using AutoCAD or Revit, preparing technical specifications, and supporting both bidding and construction phases.

Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate system options and assess existing building systems.
  • Coordinate project documentation with internal teams and clients.
  • Produce complete, code-compliant designs using AutoCAD or Revit.
  • Prepare technical specifications for projects.
  • Support bidding and construction phases by reviewing bids, responding to RFIs, and reviewing shop drawings.
  • Participate in walkthroughs and prepare field observation reports.

Essential Skills:

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Experience in plumbing design.
  • Knowledge of MEP systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with a Mechanical focus.
  • 2-8 years of experience with a degree or at least 4 years without a degree.

Work Environment:

This is a hybrid role with in-office work required except for Wednesdays, which can be remote after the first six weeks. The workplace is casual, and employees receive vacation pay from Christmas to New Year's. Employees earn 6 hours of PTO every pay period, and PTO over 300 hours is paid out quarterly at 2/3rds.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Permanent position based out of Columbia, MD.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $115000.00/yr. Benefits include bonus pay, generous paid time off, employee referral program, medical insurance, flexible spending account, company contribution to health savings account, employee assistance program, wellness platform with rewards, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short & long-term disability insurance, 401(k) plan with company matching, tuition reimbursement program, and professional development assistance. Paid pregnancy leave and paid parental leave are also provided.

Workplace Type:

This is a hybrid position in Columbia, MD.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 24, 2026.

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Mechanical Designer
Columbia, Maryland, United States
$60,000 – 115,000 USD / year
Design
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Provides engineering and sciences talent solutions, including staffing, consulting, and workforce services for technology-driven and highly regulated industries.