HVAC Mechanical Designer

Overview

BREAK GROUND ON A REWARDING CAREER WITH US!

At MDC Holdings, Inc./Richmond American Homes, we encourage a company culture that promotes professionalism, teamwork, health & wellness and work-life balance. If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for success, consider building a career with us. We’re proud to be one of the most established builders in the industry, with 45 years of experience and 240,000 homes to our credit.Position Summary

Richmond American Homes is seeking a Mechanical Designer/Engineer or RESNET® certified Energy Rater with 1-3 years of experience in the HVAC Design field. The optimal candidate would possess knowledge of residential building mechanical systems and mechanical codes and standards. Knowledge of AutoCAD® and Wrightsoft Right-Suite Universal® is preferred and engineering applicants should have, or are pursuing, an EIT with eventual PE registration. In this position you will be designing residential HVAC systems, as well as testing and diagnosing mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform involved and detailed design including system approach, equipment selection, mechanical room layout, and interface/coordination with Structural, Architecture, Plumbing, and Electrical design.

• Performs 2D CAD work.

• Performs thermal load calculations per ACCA Manual J.

• Completes HVAC designs, including duct design and layout, specifications, calculations, equipment selection and application as necessary.\

• Support energy efficiency and home energy ratings objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Bachelor's Degree Architectural Engineering or RESNET® Certified Home Energy Rater certification with appropriate education such as Associate of Applied Science in HVAC/R.

• Engineering applicants should have, or are pursuing, an EIT with eventual PE registration.

• Proficient computer skills in AutoCAD®, WrightSoft® Right-Suite Universal and Microsoft Office Suite.

• For energy raters, proficiency in Ekotrope.

• Knowledge and application of ICC, ASHRAE®, and ACCA®, codes and standards.

• Knowledge and application of RESNET and ENERGY STAR standards.

• Demonstrated knowledge and application of ACCA Manual J, D, and S calculations.

• High level of written and verbal communication skills.

• High attention to detail.

Benefits & Perks!While we value hard work, we also recognize the importance of having fun! Our employees enjoy a collaborative environment where they can freely bounce ideas off one another and participate in exciting teambuilding activities and outings, like trips to the ballpark, holiday celebrations, regular office socials and much more.

• Positive, collaborative team culture
• Competitive compensation structure
• Comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA accounts, 401K, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and EAP
• Time Off benefits include: Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Bereavement, Jury Duty, FMLA, and Military leave
• Discounted pet insurance
• Home purchase discounts & more!

*All benefits are subject to qualification and hire dates. Not all benefits apply to commissioned sales people.Compensation

• Base Salary: $65,000-85,000
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Bonus Type: Year-End Discretionary

If you are ready for more than a job and seek a career with one of the most respected organizations in a top industry then we want to hear from you. Please also visit our website at www.richmondamerican.com for more information.MDC Holdings, Inc. / Richmond American Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-JP1 #LI-ONSITE