Job Title: Mechanical/Piping CAD Designer

Job Description

The Mechanical Designer position assists the drafting efforts for one or more projects in support of a Lead Mechanical Designer. The individual will communicate regularly with the Lead Designer, interface effectively with all levels of project staff or management, and ensure the overall production of deliverables meets project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and analyze general design provided by engineers.
• Prepare detailed design for engineer’s approval.
• Under supervision, prepare and produce construction drawing packages by providing detailed designs using company standards and drafting techniques.
• Familiarize with principles of pipe stress and coordinate analysis with Engineer.
• Assume responsibility for technical accuracy and constructability of finished designs.
• Communicate and work closely with all disciplines.
• Review vendor equipment drawings.
• Develop layouts from job scope and vendor information.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Electrical design, AutoCAD, and Schematic design.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in mechanical drafting.
• Ability to work directly with a Lead Designer and interact with other stakeholders on key projects.
• Experience in physical design projects using AutoCAD.
• Experience in a piping-related industry and involvement with pipe stress or coordinating analysis.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Technology training in Drafting and Design from an accredited school. Associate degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in drafting/design in the Petro-Chemical Industry field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience utilizing AutoCAD.
• Ability to utilize AutoCAD 3D Software.
• Cadworx Plant 3D experience preferred.
• Experience with a consulting engineering firm preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Windows, MS Outlook, MS Excel, and MS Word.
• Candidates should be within daily commuting distance of Birmingham, AL.

Work Environment

This position operates in a hybrid setting. Employees are required to work in the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays, while Monday and Wednesday are full remote workdays. Fridays have operating hours until 11:00 AM. The environment offers a flexible schedule and consistent management.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Birmingham,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $30 - $40