What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Piping 3D Modeler position at McKenney's Inc.?
Overview Position Summary Designer shall work in a team environment to develop accurate, constructible, coordinated, and timely Mechanical Piping system models meeting McKenney’s drafting standards and fully coordinated with the architectural & structural elements of the building and the other building trades (sprinkler, ductwork, piping, etc.). Position Details A Mechanical Piping designer will also be responsible for providing accurate shop drawings that support the construction team. The designer will report to the modeling supervisor and be responsible for interacting with the fabrication supervisor, detailers, project managers, project engineers, and field foreman.
Responsibilities Management Use Company tools to manage requests for information and shop drawing progress. Work with project manager and field foreman to create As-Built condition drawings for projects. Mechanical Accurately model Mechanical Piping systems in compliance with project plans, project specifications, and code requirements for the purposes of producing fabrication documents (spool sheets and drawings) from the model. Coordinate all Mechanical Piping systems with: ductwork, mechanical equipment, other trades, and architectural and structural elements of the building. Review Review and distribute fabrication information including assembly sheets and spool drawings to project managers and field leaders. Proactively identify and communicate areas of deficiency/gaps along with proposed solutions on projects to support timely completion of work. Communication Effectively and proactively communicate with project managers, project engineers, and field foremen during the drafting and construction process. This includes communication of challenges and schedule progress on a timely basis (weekly at a minimum). Production Produce all documents on time and within budget (estimated drafting hours) in a timely manner based on job requirements to meet commitments to our customers, both internal and external. Utilize the fabrication team to provide annotated, dimensioned shop drawings, spool assemblies, and spool drawings. Utilize McKenney’s CAD standards to create mechanical piping models that are consistent with company and project requirements.
Requirements Experience Minimum of 3 years working in the Mechanical Piping trade or 3 years of Mechanical Piping design experience using AutoCAD 2014 or higher and 3-D drafting packages. Experience with Mechanical Piping drafting using Autodesk Fabrication CADmep software. Must have basic PC experience in Windows environments, working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, Web-enabled applications, and database software. Education High school diploma or GED. 2-year Associate degree in drafting or a similar area. Skills Must be a self-starter, with ability to work well as part of a team and independently. Ability to lay out and size mechanical piping and similar activities. Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural construction documents. Ability to take on additional responsibilities as needed as well as determine and manage priorities with minimal guidance.
About Us BUILDING A HIGHER STANDARD Since 1948, our proven approach has ensured high-quality solutions at every stage of a building. But we know that providing the highest level of services takes the right people and a healthy environment. With this in mind, our focus is to improve the lives of our customers, employees and communities around us through all aspects of what we do. Self-performance of all trades, in-house shops and over seven decades of experience have made us the top choice in mechanical contractors, providing highly efficient mechanical systems and a full range of services that meet your unique needs. For more information: www.mckenneys.com Legal Disclaimer: McKenney’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national origin or gender identity. McKenney’s is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace. For more information: www.mckenneys.com Legal Disclaimer: McKenney’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national origin or gender identity. McKenney’s is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.