HVAC Mechanical Designer

About CDI

CDI is a nationwide manufacturer of custom HVAC roof curbs, curb adapters, and equipment mounting systems. With a 99.3 percent on time delivery rate and plants across the country, we help customers solve job site challenges with speed and precision. We live out our FAST, EASY, FUN, COMMUNITY, and GROWTH core values every day by providing rapid turnarounds, simple ordering, and a great working environment for our team.

Job Summary

The HVAC Mechanical Designer creates and maintains detailed drawings and 3D models for custom HVAC roof curbs, curb adapters, and equipment mounting systems, translating customer specifications and mechanical equipment cutsheets into accurate, shop-ready designs. This role works closely with sales, engineering, and the production floor to keep quotes and orders moving from request to fabrication. Reports to the Engineering/Drafting Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Interpret architectural, mechanical, and structural drawings to develop accurate curb and adapter designs

Draft and revise technical drawings in CAD software following company engineering standards and templates

Prepare fabrication drawings for production

Respond to requests for quotes with accurate technical drawings within customer deadlines

Collaborate with sales, engineering, and production to resolve design questions and confirm manufacturability

Check dimensional accuracy and verify designs meet applicable codes and standards

Maintain organized drawing files, revision history, and part/model libraries

Support ongoing improvement of drafting standards, templates, and CAD workflows