JOB DESCRIPTION



GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To support the Engineering team in the preparation of drawings, schedules, and design documents for HVAC restoration projects.

The Mechanical Drafter translates field data and engineering input into accurate drawings, helping to develop drafting standards, templates, and tools that improve project delivery and efficiency.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: List the job's essential or principal functions and responsibilities.

Include all critical aspects of the job -- whether performed daily, weekly, monthly, or annually; and any that occur at irregular intervals.

• Supports the Design Engineer in the production of mechanical engineering drawings for HVAC restoration projects according to established standards for clarity, accuracy, and consistency.
• Reads and interprets technical drawings, schematics, field sketches, test and balance data, and engineer input to generate construction drawings and project schedules.
• Draft plans, details, and schedules, including fan arrays, equipment layouts, responsibility matrices, and other project-specific deliverables.
• Creates, maintains, and improves drafting resources such as CAD blocks, templates, title blocks, sheet setups, and detail libraries.
• Revises drawings based on feedback from engineers, project managers, and clients.
• Supports drafting automation efforts, including data-linked schedules and fillable data plates for air handler restorations.
• Incorporates applicable codes and standards (ASHRAE, NCS, etc.) into drafting practices.
• Coordinates with Field Engineers to clarify and standardize field sketch requirements.
• Organizes and manages digital project files across platforms (SharePoint, Bluebeam, Smartsheet) to support consistent project delivery.
• Completes assigned drafting tasks on multiple projects simultaneously within required deadlines.

• Associate's degree in Computer-Aided Drafting or similar (preferred).
• Industry certifications in drafting, AutoCAD, or Revit (preferred but not required).
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel occasionally to project sites.

• 1-3 years of CAD production experience in the design or construction industry (or equivalent academic training).
• Experience with construction drafting in AutoCAD; Autodesk Revit experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC systems and mechanical components.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Familiarity with collaboration tools such as Bluebeam, SharePoint, or Smartsheet is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work across engineers, project managers, and field staff.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working both independently and in a team setting.
• Ability to travel out of state up to 15% of the time.