Mechanical Designer

Location: Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid or Remote for the Right Candidate)
Employment Type: Direct Hire / Permanent
Local Candidates Only

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a Mechanical Designer to join their growing design team in the Los Angeles area. This role supports the design and development of HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems for a wide range of building projects. The position offers hybrid or remote flexibility for the ideal candidate, however all applicants must be local to the Los Angeles market to support project coordination and site activities as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Develop HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection system drawings under the direction of a Senior Mechanical Engineer (P.E.)

Assist in the preparation of technical specifications

Support feasibility studies and site analysis efforts

Perform gas utility load calculations

Develop building pressurization plans for high-rise buildings

Participate in the development of Building Management Systems (BMS), including details and Sequences of Operations, coordinating with multidisciplinary design teams

Develop HVAC control systems, details, and Sequences of Operations

Support construction phase services, including:

Contractor submittal reviews

RFI / RFC responses

Site meetings to verify construction aligns with design intent

Assist with energy modeling efforts in coordination with the design team

Travel as required for client development, site visits, and project execution

Qualifications

Proficiency with the following software:

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM 360

Bluebeam

EnergyPro

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Hydratec for Revit experience is preferred

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment

Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality project outcomes

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering preferred

Demonstrated experience with:

Plumbing design

Fire protection design

HVAC equipment schedules

Heat load calculations

International codes (IMC, IPC, IECC)

Skills & Software Requirements

AutoCAD proficiency

Revit proficiency

EnergyPro proficiency

Familiarity with California Title 24 codes

Understanding of electrical fundamentals

HAP (Carrier) software proficiency

Trane Trace 700 software proficiency

Strong MS Office skills (Excel & Word)

Why This Opportunity
Direct hire / long-term career opportunity
Hybrid or remote flexibility for the right candidate
Exposure to complex and high-profile building projects
Collaborative, design-focused environment with strong mentorship and growth potential

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AllSTEM Connections is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.