Mechanical Designer III - Utilities and Central Energy

POSITION SPECIFICATIONPosition: Mechanical Designer IIIDepartment: Utilities & Central Energy (UCE)Reporting Relationship: Lead Designer, UCECOMPANY BACKGROUNDKFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIESThe Mechanical Designer III plays a key role in the successful execution of projects, focusing primarily on the production of AutoCAD Plant 3D and Revit drawings. The Mechanical Designer III is responsible for producing quality construction documents and coordinating design work with other engineering disciplines. The successful candidate will also be expected to work within a team environment and collaborate with other project team members. The Mechanical Designer - Level III position is an advanced role focused on taking on significant responsibility in design tasks with an emphasis on independent work. This role involves completing design documents for assigned projects, mentoring junior designers, and contributing to project management.Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:Layout and design mechanical systems for assigned projectsGeneral Arrangement DrawingsP&ID preparationConstruction DocumentsCreation of 3D-models and piping isometric drawingsPerform design work on complex and diverse projects, often requiring multiple technologiesCoordinate project design with other disciplinesPerform accurate design calculations and measurementsConducts construction observations.Sizes and selects components for mechanical systems.Collaborate with others as a CAD and design resource and provide training when assignedIndependently perform assigned layout work and Smart 3D Design tasksTrain and mentor junior designersDesign piping systems independentlyConduct field visits and data collectionEstimate project hours for own tasksManage small projects independentlyWrite specifications for review by Engineer of RecordRepresent the company at project meetings with approvalContribute to flowsheets and P&ID designPerform equipment sizing and selectionCoordinate design with all stakeholdersApply advanced mechanical system design principles (chilled water, steam, etc.)Demonstrate proficiency in at least one specialized area: Plumbing Design, Piping Design, HVAC Design, Fire Protection Design, or General Arrangement Design.Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSRequiredAn AAS Degree in design/drafting or equivalent work experience.Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without the need for work sponsorship now or in the future.Minimum of 6 years of work experience in mechanical design or related field.Experience in central boiler and/or chiller plants required but will consider one or more of the following:Agribusiness process plantsFacility manufacturingFood Manufacturing / Clean SystemsUnderground tunnel distribution systemsMechanical equipment / skid design.Advanced knowledge of building codes and industry standards.Excellent project management and leadership skills.Advanced proficien

Created: 2025-11-24