Engineering Expert

Job Title: Engineering Expert (Mid)-Project Engineering-E&T-CH

Location: Muscatine, IA, 52761

Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: Contract

Work Type: Hybrid

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The Project Engineering Piping/Mechanical Designer is responsible for completion of piping design and drafting duties related to all areas of the plant and associated engineering disciplines.
• This individual works independently on job assignments, taking basic project information and producing finished engineering drawings suitable for bidding and construction.
• Documents produced include engineering flow diagrams, civil drawings, detailed equipment arrangements, installation details, piping plans, piping isometrics, electrical drawings, miscellaneous construction and as-built drawings.
• The design/drafter may be responsible for making project design decisions.
  
  

Scope / Specific Responsibilities Of The Position

• Civil and Mechanical system design decision making.
• Applying sound project design engineering principles.
• Ensure systems and equipment are designed and installed in accordance with the client and regulatory standards.
• Assist with project reviews and system design.
• Review field installations to ensure compliance with design.
• Verification and completion of as-built drawings.
• Development construction drawings.
• Work directly with Project Engineers, Project Planners and Construction Field Coordinators to define project implementation requirements.
• Develop equipment and material take-off and specifications.
• Surveying and field verification as required to support project design.
  
  

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

Duty/Responsibilities % of Time

• Develop site plans, equipment layouts, piping plans and isometrics 60%
• Updating as-built drawings 30%
• Assist Project Construction Coordinator as needed with construction activities 5%
• Work with Project Planner to establish resources 5%
  
  

Minimum Required Qualifications For The Position

Education

• Optional: Associate degree in Drafting/Design Technology or equivalent
  
  

Competencies/Skills

• The position requires good communication skills, capable of making decisions independently, strong personal initiative, basic civil and mechanical engineering knowledge, the ability to work well in a team environment, and the ability to work well in a culture that values diversity in a self-directed team environment.
  
  

Ideal Candidate Will Possess

• Excellent AutoCAD operating skills along with 3D Design skills (Autodesk Inventor)
• Surveying and field verification technique knowledge.
• Understanding of mechanical and civil design practices and regulations related to system design, equipment layout and Mechanical.
• In-depth knowledge of design codes, standards and regulations (i.e., OSHA, ADA, ASME, etc.) as may be applicable to civil and piping work.
• Previous manufacturing experience - particularly with process related equipment (i.e., pumps, piping and heat exchangers, etc.).
• Capable of working independently.
• Optional: Leica 3D Point Cloud Scanner with Leica Register 360 Software Experience
  
  

Description Of Specific Work Conditions And Physical Requirements

• This position is in a manufacturing environment that requires:
• The ability to ascend and descend stairs on a periodic basis.
• Capable of lifting and carrying 40 lbs.
• The ability to access all areas of the plant.
• This position requires working the Muscatine Plant core business hours.
  
  

Extended hours and weekend work required when needed to support plant activities

Skills: piping design,3d design (autodesk inventor),autocad,field verification,decision making,construction,mechanical design,team collaboration,design,surveying,piping,knowledge of design codes and standards (osha, ada, asme)