About the Opportunity

Award winning Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) Engineering Design firm, based in Columbus, OH is looking for a BIM (Building Information Modeling) / CAD Designer who will be responsible for drafting, designing, and modeling of projects involving new builds and renovations in higher education, healthcare, military, commercial, and industrial facilities. Qualified candidates will have a good working knowledge of both REVIT and AutoCAD and can take schematic drawings through construction documents. This candidate will be working with Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Engineers on a daily basis. This person could have an architectural, structural, or MEP background.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems from concept through construction.
• Develop and evaluate innovative, cost-effective design solutions that meet client goals and exceed expectations.
• Perform site investigations, attend project meetings, and collaborate with clients, architects, engineers, and code officials.
• Prepare mechanical diagrams, layouts, equipment schedules, and technical specifications.
• Review designs for code compliance, energy performance, and system integration.
• Support construction administration tasks, including shop drawing reviews, site observations, and punch lists.
• Use Revit, AutoCAD, and other industry-standard software to develop and coordinate designs with all disciplines.
• Promote and integrate green building strategies such as LEED or Green Globes where applicable.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies, materials, and industry best practices.

Required Qualifications

• A passion for designing efficient, functional, and forward-thinking mechanical systems.
• Experience in HVAC, plumbing, or fire protection design (5+ years preferred).
• Familiarity with applicable codes, construction methods, and system performance principles.
• Strong communication skills—both verbal and written—to explain technical concepts clearly and work effectively on a multidisciplinary team.
• A commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
• The ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks while delivering high-quality results on time and on budget.
• A PE license is preferred (or the ability and intent to obtain one EIT)

Why Join

• Advancement much quicker than any larger firm
• Remote work at least 50% of the time
• Flexibility to create your own schedule
• Profit sharing
• PTO, sick days, holidays
• Offer 3% Match IRA – can invest it into anything. 100% invested immediately
• Healthcare – they pay 75% and dependents they pay 25% premiums
• Life Insurance $25,000 at no cost to employee
• $50 per month employer contribution to HSA
• Monthly ell phone allowance ($25)