About this role
Job Description
Position Overview
A growing engineering consulting firm is seeking a Mechanical (HVAC) / Plumbing Designer to support commercial and residential building projects. This role is focused on HVAC and plumbing system design, construction documentation, equipment selection, and project coordination. The ideal candidate will have a Mechanical Engineering background and an interest in building systems design.
Responsibilities
- Design HVAC and plumbing systems for commercial and residential buildings
- Develop ductwork and piping layouts
- Perform HVAC load calculations and equipment sizing
- Prepare construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation
- Coordinate with architects, engineers, and project teams
- Participate in client meetings and project discussions
- Review mechanical submittals during construction
- Conduct occasional field visits and site verification
- Apply mechanical and building code requirements throughout the design process
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)
- Experience with HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, or MEP design
- AutoCAD experience
- Experience creating construction documents
- Understanding of ductwork, piping, and mechanical systems
- Strong communication and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
- HVAC load calculation experience
- Commercial building design experience
- Trane Trace, HAP, or similar software experience
- Construction administration experience
- Familiarity with Michigan Mechanical and Plumbing Codes
- Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus
Project Types
- Commercial Buildings
- Shopping Centers
- Restaurants
- Warehouses
- Residential Developments
- Renovations and Additions
Work Environment
This position is part of a small, collaborative engineering team where employees gain exposure to multiple aspects of project delivery. Team members are involved in design, drafting, construction documentation, estimating, coordination, and client interaction. The environment provides strong mentorship, project ownership, and the opportunity to see projects through from concept to construction.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Diverse commercial and residential project portfolio
- Exposure to both engineering and architectural disciplines
- Strong mentorship and growth opportunities
- Collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to take ownership of projects and contribute directly to project success
- Broad exposure to HVAC, plumbing, and building systems design
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Blanc, MI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $28.85 - $33.65/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Grand Blanc,MI.About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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