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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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