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Residential HVAC Designer in Stafford

Date Posted: 25 September 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Residential HVAC Designer

Location: Stafford, TX
Pay: $70,000–$100,000+ per year
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: On-site

We’re looking for a Residential HVAC Designer to support residential and light commercial projects from system sizing through field coordination.

This role works closely with both office and field teams and is a good fit for someone who understands how HVAC systems perform in real-world applications, not just on paper.

Why This Role

  • Long-established company with a strong presence in the Houston market

  • Growing workload and expanding design needs

  • Mix of residential and light commercial projects

  • Direct interaction with field teams and real-world installations

  • Opportunity to take on more responsibility as the company continues to grow

Responsibilities

  • Design residential and light commercial HVAC systems

  • Perform Manual J load calculations

  • Complete Manual S equipment selection and Manual D duct design as needed

  • Size and select HVAC equipment

  • Design ductwork and air distribution systems

  • Use Wrightsoft or similar HVAC design software

  • Conduct site walks and verify field conditions

  • Coordinate with field and office teams

Qualifications

  • Experience with residential or light commercial HVAC design

  • Manual S, Manual J, and/or Manual D experience preferred

  • Wrightsoft or similar software experience

  • Good understanding of HVAC equipment sizing and system design

  • Mechanical Engineering degree is a plus, but not required

  • HVAC field experience is a plus

Benefits

  • $70,000–$100,000+ salary depending on experience

  • Company vehicle

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k)

  • Paid holidays

If you have experience with HVAC design, load calculations, system sizing, or residential/light commercial mechanical systems and would like to learn more, apply with your resume or contact Anna Boyd at anna.boyd@gogpac.com.

Related Titles: HVAC Designer, Residential HVAC Designer, Mechanical Designer, HVAC Design Engineer, HVAC Design Technician, Manual J Designer, Load Calculation Specialist, HVAC Systems Designer, Mechanical Design Technician, Residential Mechanical Designer, HVAC Estimator/Designer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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