Mechanical Designer/Drafter

Becklin & Whitney is seeking a Mechanical Designer / Drafter to join our Cambridge, Minnesota office. You will work directly under the guidance of our Mechanical Project Manager and one of our company owners, a licensed Professional Engineer (PE), assisting with HVAC and plumbing design and drafting for commercial construction projects.

Our projects include offices, assisted living facilities, multifamily apartments, churches, cannabis dispensaries and cultivation facilities, and many other commercial spaces.

This position offers hands-on training and mentorship from a Mechanical Project Manager with more than 10 years of experience, along with guidance from a licensed PE. Candidates with strong Revit skills who want to develop their HVAC and plumbing design knowledge are encouraged to apply.

You will:

• Prepare and revise HVAC and plumbing drawings in Revit under the direction of the Mechanical Project Manager and supervising PE.
• Develop system layouts, details, and equipment schedules based on project requirements and design direction.
• Use AutoCAD primarily for architectural background adjustments and drawing revisions.
• Incorporate markups and coordinate mechanical drawings with architectural backgrounds and other building disciplines.
• Participate in site visits within Minnesota to document existing conditions and gather project information.
• Take on additional design responsibilities, including equipment selection and sizing, as your skills and experience develop.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Strong Revit drafting skills, preferably with experience drafting HVAC and plumbing systems.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD. Experience with both Revit and AutoCAD is especially valuable.
• Ideally, 2–4 years of relevant drafting or design experience.
• The ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Attention to detail, organization, clear communication, and a willingness to learn.

A drafting or design degree or certificate is preferred but not required. Relevant work experience supported by professional references is also acceptable.

Prior HVAC and plumbing design experience, including equipment selection and sizing, is a plus. We also welcome candidates with a solid drafting foundation who are ready to learn these skills through on-site training.

We offer:

• Starting compensation up to $30-$35 per hour, starting pay can change based on relevant experience and qualifications, with opportunities for growth as skills and responsibilities develop.
• Health insurance.
• A 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Paid federal holidays.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Flexible scheduling within a 40-hour workweek.
• Hands-on training, professional mentorship, and opportunities to grow with the company.
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel in accordance with company policy.

This position will begin in person at our Cambridge office to support training and collaboration. Hybrid work opportunities may become available as experience and the ability to work independently develop.

Join Becklin & Whitney and build your mechanical design career while helping turn a variety of commercial projects into coordinated HVAC and plumbing construction documents.

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person