Mechanical Designer II

As we partner with a fast-growing Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) brand, we seek a talented, passionate Mechanical Designer II to help us create the next generation of prototypical restaurant buildings. Our collaborative environment values creativity, innovation, technical excellence, and the ability to work seamlessly with multiple stakeholders. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are ready to contribute to impactful, nationwide projects, we want to meet you.

This is a remote position based anywhere within the United States. As a Mechanical Designer II, you will play a vital role in developing mechanical and plumbing systems and layouts for prototypical buildings tailored to the needs of the customer. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including architects, maintenance personnel, change management leads, and construction teams ensuring that the designs are practical, efficient, and scalable. This position requires technical proficiency, consistency, and strong communication skills, as you’ll be responsible for documenting design rationale and supporting implementation throughout the project.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and Documentation: Create mechanical system layouts (HVAC and plumbing) for prototypical restaurant buildings, ensuring compliance with codes, standards, and brand requirements. Prepare detailed drawings, schedules, and specifications using industry-standard software.
• Collaboration: Work alongside architects, structural engineers, and maintenance teams to develop integrated building solutions that optimize efficiency and ease of maintenance. Participate in regular design coordination meetings and respond to feedback from stakeholders.
• Change Management: Support change management initiatives by evaluating the impact of new requirements, technologies, and operational practices. Revise designs to accommodate evolving needs while preserving core brand standards.
• Maintenance Support: Partner with maintenance teams to understand field challenges, gather operational feedback, and incorporate maintainability best practices into new designs.
• Design Rationale: Co-author documentation explaining design choices, codes and standards used, anticipated performance outcomes, and lessons learned from prototyping and field implementation.
• Quality Assurance: Review documents for technical accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company and client standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Monitor project outcomes, analyze building performance data, and recommend design enhancements for future prototypes. Contribute to internal process improvement initiatives and share insights in team workshops. Innovate how we execute work with a strong focus on efficiency.
• Project Management: Track design deadlines, manage multiple concurrent projects, and report progress to project managers, team leads, and client representatives. Assist with cost estimation and value engineering efforts as needed.
   

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of mechanical design experience, preferably in commercial building projects or restaurant environments.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and/or similar design software. 
• Solid understanding of HVAC and plumbing systems, including relevant codes and standards (ICC, ASHRAE, NFPA, etc.).
• Effective communication skills, including technical writing and oral presentation.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills; adept at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) clients or similar retail operations
• Experience documenting design rationale and producing clear, professional reports 
• Experience with Dynamo, Ideate, Smartsheet and SpecLink
• Knowledge of change management processes and tools
• Familiarity with facility maintenance practices and systems integration
• Certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT)