Virtual Construction Designer - Mechanical Systems

Virtual Construction Designer - Mechanical Systems

Location: Onsite in Columbus, OH

Pay: $25-40 per hour

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled VDC Mechanical Draftsman to produce accurate, coordinated 3D BIM models and fabrication-level drawings for mechanical systems. The role supports design, coordination, prefabrication and construction by developing Revit and AutoCAD models, resolving clashes, and ensuring mechanical systems (piping, HVAC, plumbing, ductwork, and sheet metal) are constructible and code-compliant. The ideal candidate combines strong technical drafting skills with practical construction knowledge and experience using Autodesk tools and Navisworks for multidisciplinary coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain detailed 3D BIM/Revit models for mechanical systems including piping, HVAC, plumbing, ductwork and sheet metal.

Produce fabrication-level shop drawings, detailed 2D AutoCAD drawings, and assembly drawings for prefabrication and field installation.

Perform clash detection and coordination using Navisworks and other BIM coordination tools; identify, document and resolve coordination issues with design and trade partners.

Translate design intent and engineering calculations into constructible modeling and drawings while ensuring compliance with project specifications and building codes.

Create material takeoffs, part lists, and fabrication information to support procurement and prefabrication workflows.

Maintain BIM standards, template files, families and libraries; ensure model and drawing quality control and version management.

Collaborate closely with engineers, field superintendents, fabricators and other trades to verify constructability, field conditions and installation sequencing.

Provide on-site or virtual support during installation, answer RFIs related to drawings/models, and update models/drawings to reflect as-built conditions.

Support project schedules by meeting deliverable deadlines and proactively communicating progress and coordination issues to project managers.

Qualifications

3+ years of experience in CAD/BIM mechanical drafting or MEP coordination.

Drafting and design experience for plumbing, piping, HVAC systems and sheet metal.

Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Autodesk, or Navisworks.

Working knowledge of relevant building codes and standards and ability to apply them to design and installation.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Paid Parental leave

Incentive plan