Mechanical Designer - Kansas Staffing : Job Details

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Designer to join our team. This role involves designing heating, ventilation, and cooling systems, as well as plumbing systems, for a range of projects. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient and effective design of various mechanical systems, coordinating with other disciplines, and ensuring compliance with construction documents. Responsibilities include:

• Design heating-ventilation-cooling systems and plumbing systems.
• Perform load calculations, life cycle costing, and energy modeling.
• Design refrigeration systems for industrial and commercial buildings.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Review installation of designed equipment/systems for compliance with construction documents.
• Manage multiple projects within established schedules.
• Work on a variety of project types, scales, and complexities.
• Prepare construction cost estimates, both broad and detailed.
• Assist in developing contract specifications and researching new procedures/products.
• Perform all work safely and responsibly, following the Health and Safety Plan.
• Act as a positive representative of the company and its core values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills:

• Associates or Bachelors in Drafting and Design or something similar.
• Proficient in Revit.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and client relationship skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
• Strong work ethic and solid organizational skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Ability to work effectively on a wide variety of project types and scales.
• Experience in preparing construction cost estimates.
• Research skills for new procedures and products.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr. 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)

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Lawrence, KS.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on August 8, 2025.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.