CalTek is a Dallas staffing agency specializing in the recruitment of Architectural Designer Drafters for Sustainable Design & Green Building industries.
Our client is a clean energy and sustainable design company pioneering the decarbonization of heating and cooling systems in commercial and institutional buildings. Their mission is to transform the built environment through energy-efficient HVAC retrofits, renewable energy integration, and green building design.
Specializing in commercial real estate, campus facilities, and district energy systems, the company develops innovative thermal energy storage and load-shifting technologies that reduce carbon emissions and enable smarter, cleaner energy use. By combining sustainable architecture, mechanical systems engineering, and data-driven modeling, they help organizations transition to net-zero energy and LEED-certified building performance.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
As an Architectural Design & Drafter in the Sustainable Design & Green Building industry, you will play a critical role in designing, drafting, and detailing architectural plans that integrate renewable energy systems, sustainable materials, and high-performance mechanical infrastructure.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Create and modify architectural drawings, plans, sections, and elevations for commercial, institutional, and mixed-use projects using AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM modeling software.
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, and sustainability consultants to design high-performance buildings aligned with LEED, WELL, and Passive House standards.
- Prepare construction documentation, site layouts, and detailed shop drawings for HVAC system retrofits, heat pump installations, and district energy system integration.
- Utilize Revit and BIM workflows for 3D modeling, clash detection, and coordination with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) teams.
- Incorporate sustainable design principles such as daylighting, natural ventilation, energy modeling, and renewable integration into every project phase.
- Support energy simulation and lifecycle cost analysis in coordination with mechanical and environmental engineers.
- Ensure designs comply with local building codes, ADA standards, ASHRAE 90.1, and the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC).
- Participate in conceptual design, schematic development, and construction administration to ensure sustainability objectives are met.
- Create detailed as-built documentation and update BIM models based on field markups and project revisions.
- Work with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate geothermal, solar thermal, and advanced HVAC systems into building designs.
- Support the preparation of LEED documentation, energy modeling reports, and submittals for sustainability certifications.
- Maintain organized drawing libraries, templates, and CAD standards according to company procedures and AEC industry best practices.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, or a related field required.
- Associate’s degree in Drafting and Design Technology acceptable with equivalent professional experience.
- LEED Green Associate or LEED AP certification preferred.
Required Skills and Experience
- 7+ years of experience in architectural drafting, design documentation, or BIM coordination within sustainable design, green building, or commercial construction industries.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, and Building Information Modeling (BIM) software for architectural and MEP coordination.
- Knowledge of sustainable design frameworks and green building standards including:
- LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
- WELL Building Standard
- Passive House (PHIUS / PHI)
- Living Building Challenge (LBC)
- Understanding of HVAC systems, thermal energy storage, and heat pump technology as they relate to architectural layouts.
- Familiarity with ASHRAE 90.1, ASHRAE 62.1, IECC, and local energy efficiency codes.
- Strong background in energy-efficient building envelope design, including insulation, glazing, and shading strategies.
- Experience creating detailed construction documents, 3D visualizations, and parametric design elements.
- Familiarity with energy modeling and simulation tools (EnergyPlus, OpenStudio, eQUEST, or IESVE) is a plus.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) for rendering, presentations, and proposal support.
- Understanding of digital twin and smart building technologies for energy monitoring and performance optimization.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical engineers, sustainability consultants, and general contractors.
- Excellent attention to detail, file management, and adherence to drafting standards and project timelines.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working on commercial, campus, or district-scale projects focused on energy decarbonization or renewable integration.
- Working knowledge of geospatial design and mapping tools (ArcGIS, QGIS) for campus infrastructure planning.
- Experience with parametric modeling tools such as Grasshopper for Rhino or Dynamo for Revit to optimize building performance.
- Familiarity with environmental analysis tools like Autodesk Insight, ClimateStudio, or Ladybug Tools for daylighting and energy performance studies.
- Knowledge of sustainable materials, embodied carbon reduction strategies, and lifecycle assessment (LCA) software such as One Click LCA.
- Professional certifications preferred:
- LEED AP BD+C / O+M
- Autodesk Certified Professional (Revit Architecture)
- Certified Passive House Designer (CPHD)
- WELL Accredited Professional (WELL AP)
- Experience supporting energy retrofit or carbon reduction initiatives in existing buildings.
