HFA is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated entry level Designer to join our collaborative engineering team. In this role, you will support the development of construction documents for a refrigeration systems, with a focus on refrigeration, condensate drainage, and control systems. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their technical skills while working alongside experienced engineers and design leads. You’ll contribute to real-world projects, apply industry standards, and expand your knowledge of tools like AutoCAD, Revit, and specialized design software—all within a supportive and people-first environment.

Job Responsibilities
• Designer will assist Engineer and/or Design Lead to design, implement and draft construction documents in support of clients' building program, including refrigeration, condensate drainage, and refrigeration controls systems.
• Designer should utilize education and experience to independently tackle minor challenges as they arise on projects, with the support and/or direction of the Refrigeration Engineer or Refrigeration Design Discipline Lead.
• Designer should start to apply knowledge gained from national standards (such as IMC, IPC, ASHRAE, IIAR) and experience into construction documents, with oversight from Engineer or Discipline Lead.

Job Duties:
• Designer will develop skills in AutoCAD and/or REVIT, relevant national standards (IMC, IPC and ASHRAE) and travel to project as necessary (as required by client). Designer will become familiar with software assisting the design process, such as Heatcraft Box Load Calculator and Sporlan Virtual Engineer.
• Designer will work in a collaborative environment with Architects and other Engineers to develop construction documents based on a client’s requirements.
• Designer shall perform quality control of their own work prior to giving to Refrigeration Engineer for final review.
• Depending on needs of client and team, Designer could have direct contact with client on a regular basis.

About HFA
HFA is a multidisciplinary architectural, engineering, and interior design firm who thrives in a people first driven environment. We build partnerships based on the integration of design thinking and project delivery. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we have developed a people-centric culture where we value our people at all levels. With a focus on well-being, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and a flexible work schedule.

Our team members have access to professional development opportunities and learning stipends to pursue professional growth, and we take any chance we can get to recognize and reward our people for their amazing work.

Management Requirements: None required
Education Requirements: BSME or equivalent experience
Licensure Requirements: None required