Mechanical Designer

Actalent
Charlotte, NC

Job Title: Mechanical Designer

Job Overview

A growing consulting engineering firm in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Mechanical Designer with 2–3 years of experience to support commercial building projects. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with mechanical engineers on HVAC system design and construction documentation across a variety of building types. It’s an excellent position for designers looking to enhance their technical expertise, gain exposure to full project lifecycles, and grow within a collaborative MEP consulting environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop mechanical design drawings and construction documents for commercial building projects
  • Assist with HVAC system design, including ductwork, piping layouts, and equipment selection under engineer guidance
  • Create, modify, and maintain drawings using Revit (AutoCAD as needed)
  • Coordinate design efforts with architectural, structural, and electrical teams
  • Participate in QA/QC processes to ensure accuracy, constructability, and code compliance
  • Incorporate markups, redlines, and field feedback into design documents
  • Support permitting and construction-phase documentation as required
Required Qualifications
  • 2–3 years of experience as a Mechanical Designer or HVAC Designer
  • Experience working on commercial building projects (e.g., office, healthcare, education, mixed-use)
  • Proficiency in Revit for mechanical design
  • Working knowledge of HVAC systems, ductwork, and mechanical layouts
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment
Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate’s degree or technical training in drafting, engineering technology, or a related field
  • Familiarity with mechanical codes and industry standards
  • Exposure to load calculations, energy modeling, or equipment scheduling
  • Experience working within an MEP consulting or engineering firm
Work Environment

This position offers a hybrid schedule, with two days per week remote, and an office conveniently located just outside Uptown Charlotte, NC. Employees enjoy exposure to a wide range of project types, creating a dynamic, engaging, and growth-oriented work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Charlotte, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

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Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Charlotte,NC.

Application Deadline

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

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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