CAD Designer

Spitzer, a recognized industry leader in designing and fabricating high-specification equipment, is currently seeking a CAD Designer to join our team. The CAD Designer reports to the Design Manager and is responsible for IFA & IFC deliverables. This position will support day-to-day Engineering Department demands and select projects. 

What Does a Week in the Life of the CAD Designer Look Like?

• Serves as a senior designer on internally engineered/designed projects to develop IFA and IFC site and skid package deliverables.

•  Provide piping design models, general arrangement drawings, vessel and structural fabrication drawings, piping isometric drawings and checking for all issued drawings

•  Develop bills of materials with respect to piping models.

•  Demonstrate consistent attention to detail, accuracy and the ability to meet fast paced project deadlines.

•  Receives operational supervision and technical guidance from a Design Manager, Engineering Manager, or Director/VP of Engineering.

   Required Education and Experience:
• An associate’s degree or equivalent experience in an engineering and design environment. 
• Minimum 10 years of professional design experience in areas of modeling vessels, skids, skidded piping and site wide ICP, detailed fabrication drawings for plot plans, vessels, skids and general arrangements, creating bills of materials, creating isometric drawings, and creating P&ID drawings.
• Proficiency in using project data management software such as Vault.
• Demonstrate knowledge of fitting, welding and assembly processes.
• Proficient in routing piping to the applicable code including ANSI, ASME, AWS and OSHA.
• Proficient with computer modeling software (CADWorx Suite and AutoCAD Suite are required).
• Proficient with NavisWorks and Isogen.
• Working knowledge and experience in Microsoft software (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills while remaining creative and innovative.
• Ability to work multiple tasks with limited supervision to deliver assignments on or before their respective due dates.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work alone or as a part of a team.
• Understanding of good project and mechanical engineering management practices.
• Limited travel, some projects may require it.
  
  
  
   What's it like to be a part of the Spitzer Family?
  
  
  Spitzer is a fast-paced company that focuses on exceeding our customers’ expectations on every project. We believe we provide exceptional value through the quality of our work, our commitment to safety and by delivering products on schedule. You'll find a unique team of individuals who continue to push the boundaries of what is possible. A diverse team, a great culture, and a positive work environment are just some of the things that make working at Spitzer so rewarding.

What Kind of Employees Thrive at Spitzer?

Spitzer is a company with a diverse group of employees. Spitzer welcomes employees with all types of backgrounds, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. If you are hardworking, honest, and dedicated, you will love working at Spitzer.

A True Culture

Spitzer is a company that believes in its core values and the drive of its people. These values, put into PRACTICE, form the foundation on which we perform our work and conduct ourselves. With a focus on longevity and employee success, Spitzer welcomes its employees to push the envelope and drive improvement across all aspects of the company. At Spitzer, you can unleash your potential!
 

Employee Driven Benefits

At Spitzer, we take pride in listening to what our employees want in benefits. We've come up with a unique set of employee benefits and designed them around our culture.

• Health Care Insurance (multiple plans to choose from!)
• Dental Benefit options
• 401k plan
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off that begins accruing your first day of employment
• Eight paid company holidays
• Plenty of Overtime Opportunities! 
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Discounts with LifeMart!
   

Skills (to Pay the Bills)

Here's a list of a few competencies that the CAD Designer at Spitzer should have…

• Demonstrates independent judgment and well-developed emotional intelligence.
• Possesses strong organizational skills; able to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to develop productive working relationships with personnel at all levels of the organization.
• Handles confidential information appropriately; uses tact and diplomacy.
• Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and a customer-service mindset.
• Possesses proactive problem-solving skills; suggests solutions.
• Is committed to superior performance; meets deadlines.
• Handles pressure and works well in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, where change happens often and without prior notice. 
• A self-disciplined person with precise accuracy for details.

Software Knowledge

Also, here are a few software packages that the Designer would eventually need to be versed in. Don’t worry . . . we expect some on-the-job training.

• BR&E Promax 
• CADWorx  
• AutoCAD Suite 

Oh, and $alary

Of course, we didn't forget salary… Spitzer offers competitive pay depending on education, certifications, and experience.

Work Schedule 

The Designer will work Monday-Friday 7:30 AM-4:30 PM. Spitzer currently runs two shifts, Monday through Friday with overtime on weekend work as needed. Late afternoon/evening/weekend hours may be required as needed. Work schedules may change to accommodate production needs.

Application Process

If this sounds like a great opportunity to you, follow the steps below:

• Visit our website to apply to complete Online Application
• Apply in Person at Fisher Division: 10543 Fisher Rd. Houston, TX 7704

We look forward to hearing from you!