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Job Description
Mechanical Senior Designer Affiliated Engineers, Inc. - 4.3 Overland Park, KS Job Details Full-time 10 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Career development plan Vision insurance Qualifications Computer operation Developing energy-efficient facility solutions CAD file management 3D modeling software Management Implementing sustainable building practices Engineering phase involvement NavisWorks Team leadership Coaching Construction document project phase Engineering project drawing management Filing Team development Revit Associate's degree in drafting Professional development support Design development Construction document control Mentoring Design engineering Leading team collaboration initiatives Computer skills 2D CAD drafting 3D modeling Design of mechanical systems Senior level Building information modeling (BIM) tools Associate's degree Project leadership
Full Job Description Overview:
Join a Team Where Engineering Excellence Drives Opportunity At Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI) , we bring together expertise and innovation to solve the most complex challenges. Since 1978, we've supported mission-driven organizations in designing systems and environments that advance society and improve lives. Today, with more than 900 professionals across 22 offices, we help shape the future of healthcare, science and technology, energy, education, and other vital sectors. From elevating patient care in Mayo Clinic's world-class hospitals to enabling discovery in high-containment laboratories for U.S. agencies and driving environmental progress with Microsoft's renowned Thermal Energy Center, our work enriches the human experience, safeguards the environment, and pushes the boundaries of possibility. AEI consistently earns national recognition from leading industry publications, including Building Design+Construction, Engineering News-Record, and Consulting-Specifying Engineer, with distinctions such as being named the #1 Laboratory Engineering Firm in the nation and receiving multiple Best of the Best Project awards, underscoring the lasting legacy of our work. At AEI, you'll join a collaborative community where your expertise fuels innovation, your ideas drive progress, and your work helps shape a brighter future. As a Mechanical Senior Designer in our Kansas City office, you will help us empower our clients to achieve energy-efficient building solutions, save global environments, and create a better, greener future for all. We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Senior Designer who is eager to provide leadership while mentoring a team of designers. This role will help drive consistency, collaboration, and design excellence across multiple projects. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of coaching and developing design professionals and enjoys supporting team growth.
Why we need you:
Responsible for layout and detailing of mechanical piping systems for buildings, equipment, and distribution systems. Support project phases from proposal through construction. Prepare detailed construction drawings for mechanical piping and pipe support systems utilizing specifications, sketches, detailed drawings, and design information according to project standards and procedures. Perform 3D modeling tasks to produce 2D drawings. Design and draft mechanical elements and details. Produce piping plans, sections, elevations, and isometrics. Produce equipment, general arrangements and elevations. Complete and review design drawings within scope, budget, and schedule. Assist with organizing and maintaining all revisions of project drawings, plot files, and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner. Project work encompasses design and layout of mechanical systems and equipment for new and existing facilities. Project types include central energy and utility plants, manufacturing facilities, food processing facilities, universities, and hospitals. Expertise of our most successful
Senior Mechanical Designer:
Technical or Associate Degree in drafting technology from an accredited technical institution or college or equivalent drafting experience. Ability to collaborate with others (Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-disciplined project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues. Expertise in computer operation for engineering design programs and in the current version of Autodesk AutoCAD, Plant 3D and/or REVIT. Effective skills to help you flourish: Autodesk Navisworks experience preferred. Experience in interpreting design criteria and converting it into specific layouts. Understanding of applicable design codes and specification requirements. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. When you work here, you can expect: A flexible, collaborative environment where your well-being matters—because your best work happens when you're supported. Real opportunities to grow—through mentorship, professional development programs, and exposure to high-impact projects across disciplines. To collaborate with inspiring teammates who challenge the status quo, foster innovation, and pave the way for future leaders. A benefits package that offers health, dental, vision, and retirement, a performance-based year-end bonus, and thoughtful perks tailored to your needs—whether that's a flexible work environment, wellness resources, or community-focused initiatives, we'll continue to invest in. If this dynamic environment and the chance to contribute to transformative projects resonate with your ambitions, we would love to connect with you. Join us and make an impact!
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