Farnsworth Group is seeking a Mechanical Project Designer - Building Systems to serve as a senior technical lead for mechanical design production on complex building projects. This role pairs advanced design expertise with project coordination and mentorship, helping guide design teams, protect quality, and deliver multiple concurrent assignments across commercial, industrial, advanced manufacturing, semiconductor, institutional, healthcare, and other markets.
What You'll Do
- Lead the development of construction documents for HVAC, fire protection, and piping systems from design concept through bidding and construction.
- Take ownership of drawing production for assigned projects, working with engineers to set the approach, sequence, and level of detail, and making sure deliverables are accurate, coordinated, and on schedule.
- Prepare, review, and check plans, sections, details, schedules, riser diagrams, P&IDs, specifications, and supporting calculations for completeness and consistency.
- Coordinate directly with architects, other disciplines, clients, and contractors to resolve complex technical and constructability issues and keep projects moving.
- Help plan staffing, schedules, and workload for designers and CAD/Revit staff on assigned projects in partnership with engineers and project managers.
- Lead construction administration support, including submittal and shop drawing review, RFI responses, field verification, and issue resolution during installation.
- Mentor and train designers and CAD/Revit staff, perform quality reviews of their work, and help raise the overall level of design production.
- Contribute to department standards, Revit content, templates, and best practices.
- Provide technical input for proposals, project setup, scope development, and fee planning.
What You'll Need
- Associate's degree in Engineering Technology, CAD/Drafting, or a related field. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Typically, 12-16+ years of experience in HVAC and mechanical building systems design.
- Expert proficiency in Revit MEP and experience leading the production of fully coordinated, multi-discipline BIM models and construction documents.
- Strong proficiency in AutoCAD.
- Advanced knowledge of applicable mechanical, fire protection, building, and energy codes and design standards, along with a strong understanding of constructability.
- Demonstrated experience on complex facility types such as industrial, semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, laboratory, or institutional projects.
- Proven ability to lead others, review work for quality, and manage multiple priorities without sacrificing accuracy.
- Clear, confident communication with engineers, clients, contractors, and project teams.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in semiconductor, clean room, or other mission-critical environments.
- Experience with P&IDs, process piping, cleanroom exhaust abatement, or central utility buildings.
- Background in fast-track, design-build, or highly phased renovation projects.
- Experience with commissioning support, system startup coordination, or post-occupancy issue resolution.
- Familiarity with Bluebeam, load calculation software, or other technical tools that support design and coordination.
- Prior involvement in client meetings, proposal support, or project interviews.
Who We Are:
Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural engineering and surveying firm where your career can thrive! For eleven consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With more than 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and communities. Join us and move your career forward.
A Great Place to Work Certified
For eleven consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification - thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participate in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.
Full-time regular employee benefits and perks include:
- 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Professional Development and Training
- Mentoring Program
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
- Pet Insurance Plan
- Hybrid Work Program (for eligible roles)
Farnsworth Group knows flexibility and work-life balance matter. Many of our roles are eligible for our Hybrid Work Program, which offers a flexible arrangement while supporting our culture and success. Ask your recruiter whether this position qualifies.
Statement on Diversity and Inclusion:
Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.
Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.
