Sr. Mechanical Designer

About NDBS

National Design Build Services (NDBS) is a mechanical design/build firm based in St. Louis, MO. We design and deliver HVAC, refrigeration and process systems for commercial, industrial and mission-critical facilities, including, food processing, manufacturing, data centers, and refrigerated warehouses. NDBS is part of the Kelso Industries family of MEP+ companies, which shares the core values of Partnership, Innovation, Excellence and Safety. We take projects from design through fabrication and field installation, using off-site prefabrication partners where it improves schedule, quality and job-site safety. NDBS offers an excellent benefits and compensation program and strong career development opportunities.

We're looking for a Senior Mechanical Designer with 10+ years of experience in the layout and design of HVAC piping and sheet metal systems. You'll develop detailed, constructable designs in Revit, coordinate them in Navisworks and take projects from concept through installation. You'll partner with our engineers, guide junior designers, and make sure every design meets NDBS standards in the field.

POSITION INFORMATION

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lay out and design HVAC piping systems, including but not limited to chilled water, heating hot water, condenser water, steam, refrigeration and condensate
• Lay out and design sheet metal ductwork systems, including supply, return, exhaust and process air
• Develop detailed, constructable designs in Revit to project and company standards
• Run clash detection in Navisworks and resolve conflicts with other trades
• Produce construction drawings, plans, sections and details directly from the Revit model
• Size and route piping and ductwork with engineers, accounting for access, supports, hangers and installation sequencing
• Review designs and models from junior designers, and mentor them on piping and sheet metal best practices
• Participate in coordination meetings and track design issues through to closeout
• Support field engineering and installation teams, including RFI responses and field changes
• Maintain project documentation, model files and records

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Required

• Minimum 10 years' experience in mechanical design in the HVAC or MEP industry
• Strong background in piping and sheet metal layout and design
• Strong proficiency in Revit (MEP) and Navisworks
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Bluebeam and Microsoft Office
• In-depth knowledge of HVAC piping and ductwork systems, fittings, supports and installation practices
• Ability to interpret Architectural, Structural, Civil, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection documents and models
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple deadline-driven projects at once

Nice to Have

• Experience in data center, healthcare, food processing, industrial or refrigerated warehouse projects
• Experience producing fabrication-level sheet metal or piping models
• Spool drawing experience using tools such as Victaulic Tools for Revit, Revit Fabrication or Trimble SysQue
• Exposure to BIM execution plans and Common Data Environments (CDEs)

PHYSICAL & WORK REQUIREMENTS

• Operate standard office equipment, computers and related software
• Communicate effectively with engineers, designers, trade partners and field personnel to identify design and coordination issues and develop practical solutions

WHY NDBS

We're committed to attracting talented people who want a company with a strong foundation of success and an outstanding culture. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and clear pathways for career advancement, with autonomy and flexibility in an entrepreneurial environment.

We’re committed to attracting talented individuals who seek a company with a strong foundation of success and an outstanding culture. We proactively provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and clear pathways for career advancement with autonomy and flexibility in an entrepreneurial environment.

Learn more about our family of operating companies at www.kelso-industries.com

NDBS is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.