Mechanical Designer I

Essential Functions

• Work directly with engineers and project managers to produce computer-aided drafting and design drawings from specifications, source control drawings, sketches or verbal instructions.
• Provide guidance and direction to junior level personnel.
• Develop project deliverables in accordance with MCSI, client, and industry standards.
• Create complex 3D mechanical models of piping and structural components.
• Work closely with all departments to ensure that the drawings convey the correct information and are error free.
• Work with project management and engineering personnel to develop conceptual designs for bid purposes.
• Provide accurate engineering and design estimates from bid documentation.
• Review project documentation, specifications and scope of work and identify missing design information.
• Produce field sketches and generate designs from information collected.
• Work directly with shop personnel to problem solve or mitigate changes.
• Check the work of other designers for accuracy.
• Conduct efficient and effective model reviews.
• Adhere to department and company policies, processes, and procedures.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years’ experience with piping design projects.
• Proficient with AutoCAD, CADWorx or other computer-aided design software solutions.
• Ability to interpret and write specifications using CADWorx specification editor.
• Experience with isometric drawing generation.
• Capable of producing 3D piping models using P&IDs, piping specifications, and project documentation.
• Ability to interpret 3D piping, structural and equipment models and produce layout drawings and BOMs for fabrication.
• Understanding of industry codes and standards.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree in Computer-aided Drafting or relevant trade school experience.
• Able to interpret structural analysis reports and implement changes into the 3D model.
• Able to interpret pipe stress analysis reports and isometric drawings and implement changes to the 3D model.
• Able to interpret and produce vessel models and drawings from Compress reports.

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