
Mechanical Designer HVAC
Spero Engineering & Architecture, Columbia, SC, United States
We are seeking an HVAC Designer to support the design, layout, and modeling of HVAC systems for complex engineering projects. This role will be responsible for preparing 2D and 3D HVAC design deliverables, developing airflow diagrams and P&IDs, supporting equipment selection, reviewing vendor documentation, and ensuring designs meet client standards and project requirements. The ideal candidate will have experience with HVAC layout and modeling, duct sizing, air device selection, damper selection, material take-offs, and coordination within a multidisciplinary project environment. This role may support projects in nuclear, industrial, commercial, manufacturing, pharmaceutical/biotech, or government environments. The self‑assessment highlights core duties including 2D HVAC layouts, airflow diagrams, P&IDs, equipment selection, duct sizing/layout, 3D HVAC and equipment modeling, SmartPlant 3D/Navisworks/AutoCAD/Revit proficiency, QC support, and supplier document review.
Responsibilities
Prepare 2D HVAC layouts and advanced CAD drawings
Develop airflow diagrams and P&IDs
Perform duct sizing and layout
Size and select duct accessories, air devices, fire dampers, and barometric dampers
Support HVAC equipment selection and procurement activities
Review vendor equipment documentation for compliance with project requirements
Develop material take-offs, estimates, and track design changes
Create and update 3D HVAC and equipment models
Model 3D ductwork and develop layout drawings
Perform drawing checks for uniformity and project compliance
Follow client design criteria, standards, and internal procedures
Support quality control activities, including reports and documentation
Organize and prioritize multiple project assignments to meet deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
AS, BS, or other relevant technical degree
CHD or other relevant HVAC/design certifications preferred
Experience with Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit, Bentley MicroStation, Bluebeam, Adobe, SmartPlant 3D, and Navisworks
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio
Experience supporting projects in nuclear, industrial, manufacturing, commercial, pharmaceutical/biotech, oil and gas, or government environments.
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Responsibilities
Prepare 2D HVAC layouts and advanced CAD drawings
Develop airflow diagrams and P&IDs
Perform duct sizing and layout
Size and select duct accessories, air devices, fire dampers, and barometric dampers
Support HVAC equipment selection and procurement activities
Review vendor equipment documentation for compliance with project requirements
Develop material take-offs, estimates, and track design changes
Create and update 3D HVAC and equipment models
Model 3D ductwork and develop layout drawings
Perform drawing checks for uniformity and project compliance
Follow client design criteria, standards, and internal procedures
Support quality control activities, including reports and documentation
Organize and prioritize multiple project assignments to meet deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
AS, BS, or other relevant technical degree
CHD or other relevant HVAC/design certifications preferred
Experience with Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit, Bentley MicroStation, Bluebeam, Adobe, SmartPlant 3D, and Navisworks
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio
Experience supporting projects in nuclear, industrial, manufacturing, commercial, pharmaceutical/biotech, oil and gas, or government environments.
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