What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Designer position at Guernsey Brand?
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- A culture that values integrity, teamwork, and professional growth
- Opportunities to lead and contribute to game-changing projects
- An ownership mindset—our ESOP structure means your success is our success
- Competitive compensation & benefits
- Emphasis on work-life balance and flexibility
- A leadership team that listens and supports your ambitions
At Guernsey, we’re more than engineers, architects, and consultants—we’re changemakers with a shared purpose. We’re driven by curiosity, united by collaboration, and committed to building a better future—together. We’re redefining what it means to work in the AEC industry, blending innovation with integrity and giving every employee a real stake in the outcome. Here, your ideas matter, your growth is prioritized, and your career has limitless potential.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Collaborate with engineers and other team members to develop mechanical system designs, including HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems
- Prepare construction documents including plans, sections, details, and schedules using Revit and AutoCAD
- Perform equipment selection and layout coordination with architectural and structural disciplines
- Assist in load calculations, energy modeling inputs, and system sizing
- Conduct site visits to gather field data and support construction administration
- Coordinate closely with clients, consultants, and contractors to support project delivery
- Maintain awareness of project timelines and deliverables to ensure deadlines are met
- Support QA/QC processes and implement feedback to improve design accuracy and quality
What You Bring to the Team:
- Associate degree or technical diploma in mechanical design or drafting (bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred)
- 5 years of mechanical design experience in the AEC industry
- Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD required; familiarity with Navisworks and Bluebeam a plus
- Understanding of mechanical building systems and construction processes
- Knowledge of applicable codes and standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, ICC, etc.)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Essential Physical Functions:
- Sit/stand at a desk or computer
- Walk, stoop, stand and move around job sites
- Travel and occasional site visits requiring stooping, standing, and lifting up to 30 lbs.
- Frequent communication via phone, video, or in-person meetings
- Ability to focus on digital and paper-based information for extended periods
- Some project-based travel may be required
Let’s Build the Future Together!
If you’re ready to make an impact, challenge the status quo, and grow with a forward-thinking, employee-owned company, we want to hear from you. Apply now and let’s create something extraordinary!
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Guernsey is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.