Project Designer

Summary

CBRE is a commercial real estate services and investment company. The Project Designer develops accurate design documentation for building management control systems, primarily HVAC controls, and performs related calculations, component selection, drafting, and documentation activities.

Responsibilities

• Create riser diagrams, flow diagrams, material lists, sequence of operations, panel layouts, termination details and equipment schedules
• Create cable pull drawings
• Create submittals and O&M manuals
• Perform basic electrical calculations to ensure system operation and safety
• Perform sizing calculations for control valves and dampers
• Select components based on availability, project estimate, job requirements, regulatory compliance and engineering standards
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values
• Work within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines

Skills

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 2-3 years of job-related experience
• In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered
• Associate's Degree in Mechanical Design Technology or related field
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents
• Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations
• Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills
• Ability to read and understand HVAC/R and process mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, etc
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset
• Knowledge of general computer applications
• Bachelor's Degree in HVAC/R or related field preferred
• Well versed with HVAC application engineering, design, sequences of operation for electrical circuits and schematics. Must have working knowledge of standard trade industry practices
• Knowledge of computer drafting applications with a thorough understanding of basic drawing, CAD layout and concepts

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
• High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 2-3 years of job-related experience
• In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered
• Associate's Degree in Mechanical Design Technology or related field
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret documents
• Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations
• Requires intermediate analytical and quantitative skills
• Ability to read and understand HVAC/R and process mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, etc
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset
• Knowledge of general computer applications

Nice to Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in HVAC/R or related field preferred
• Well versed with HVAC application engineering, design, sequences of operation for electrical circuits and schematics. Must have working knowledge of standard trade industry practices
• Knowledge of computer drafting applications with a thorough understanding of basic drawing, CAD layout and concepts

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision
• Disability benefit program
• 401k company matching
• Paid time off and holidays
• Company paid life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Remote work arrangement
• On-the-job learning, coaching and formal training
• Resources that support employees in developing skills to enhance performance in their current role as well as for future roles