Mechanical / BIM Designer

About the Company

Armada is a full-stack edge infrastructure company delivering compute, connectivity, and sovereign AI/ML to some of the world’s most remote places. Named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, Armada’s solutions are deployed in over 60 countries globally for organizations ranging from energy to defense.  With over $200 million in funding, Armada is backed by top investors such as Microsoft (M12), Founders Fund, and has strategic partnerships including Starlink, Skydio, and NVIDIA. We are looking for the most brilliant minds in the world to join us.  Working at Armada means taking ownership, driving autonomy, and delivering impact. You’ll tackle challenges that haven’t been solved before and help build something transformative from the ground up. What you do here will not only define your career but help further Armada’s mission to bridge the digital divide for customers around the world. 

 About the role

We are seeking a Mechanical / BIM Designer with 3–5+ years of experience producing mechanical drawings in AutoCAD and Revit. This role is focused on drafting, model production, and drawing package development for modular infrastructure and data center projects. This is not intended to be a senior mechanical engineering role. The ideal candidate is strong in drafting execution, can work from engineering markups and design direction, and is able to turn concepts into clean, accurate, and organized drawing sets. 

The right person will be detail-oriented, coachable, fast in production, and confident supporting engineers and designers with high-quality documentation. 

Location. This role is remote.

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)

• Create, update, and maintain 2D and 3D mechanical drawings in AutoCAD and Revit  
• Translate sketches, redlines, engineering markups, and design input into clear drawing deliverables  
• Develop plans, elevations, sections, details, equipment layouts, and mechanical coordination views  
• Draft mechanical systems including piping layouts, equipment arrangements, supports, and routing concepts  
• Support BIM model updates and coordination across mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural disciplines  
• Maintain drawing quality, standards, layering, annotation, title blocks, revision history, and sheet organization  
• Revise drawings based on project reviews, vendor updates, and internal design changes  
• Organize project files, model content, drawing sets, and standards in a repeatable and disciplined way  
• Help maintain drafting libraries, standard details, templates, and Revit families/AutoCAD blocks  
• Coordinate closely with engineers, designers, and project managers to ensure drawings reflect current design intent  

Required Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in mechanical drafting, design support, or BIM modeling  
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD  
• Working knowledge of Revit for drafting and model-based production  
• Solid understanding of drafting principles, sheet setup, dimensions, annotations, detailing, and drawing standards  
• Ability to read and interpret engineering markups and convert them into accurate drawing packages  
• Strong attention to detail with good document control and file organization habits  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and evolving design inputs  
• Able to take direction, execute consistently, and ask smart questions when design intent is unclear  
• Good communication skills and a strong production mindset  

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Experience supporting MEP, mechanical, industrial, prefab, modular, or data center projects  
• Exposure to mechanical systems such as HVAC, piping, hydronics, liquid cooling, or equipment layout  
• Familiarity with BIM coordination and interdisciplinary model collaboration  
• Experience producing drawing packages for fabrication, installation, or construction  
• Understanding of clash coordination, model cleanup, and drawing issue workflows  

Compensation

For U.S. Based candidates: To ensure fairness and transparency, the starting base salary range for this role for candidates in the U.S. are listed below, varying based on location experience, skills, and qualifications.

In addition to base salary, this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits (details available upon request).

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and equity
• Medical, dental, and vision (subsidized cost)
• Health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), and dependent care FSAs (DCFSA)
• Retirement plan options, including 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
• 14 paid company holidays per year

Compensation: $70,400 USD - $88,000 USD

You're a Great Fit if You're

• A go-getter with a growth mindset. You're intellectually curious, have strong business acumen, and actively seek opportunities to build relevant skills and knowledge 
• A detail-oriented problem-solver. You can independently gather information, solve problems efficiently, and deliver results with a "get-it-done" attitude 
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment. You're energized by an entrepreneurial spirit, capable of working quickly, and excited to contribute to a growing company
• A collaborative team player. You focus on business success and are motivated by team accomplishment vs personal agenda 
• Highly organized and results-driven. Strong prioritization skills and a dedicated work ethic are essential for you 

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Armada, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone is given equal opportunities to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, and compensation. Our hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and the business needs at the time.

Unsolicited Resumes and Candidates

Armada does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external agencies or recruiters. All candidates must apply directly through our careers page. Any resumes submitted by agencies without a prior signed agreement will be considered unsolicited and Armada will not be obligated to pay any fees.