Mechanical Designer

About the Role

Axalta is seeking a Mechanical Designer to join our Site Engineering Team at our facility in Front Royal, VA. This role supports capital project delivery by designing piping systems, minor structural elements, and equipment layouts for industrial chemical processes. The Mechanical Designer also develops and updates engineering documentation in AutoCAD, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of site engineering records.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design process equipment and systems, including piping, fixed and rotating equipment, filling and packaging equipment, and minor structural platforms and supports.
• Use AutoCAD to produce detailed drawings and maintain engineering documentation throughout the project lifecycle, including 3D designs incorporating point-cloud scan data.
• Develop and revise general arrangement drawings, P&IDs, detailed equipment drawings, utility drawings, piping arrangement drawings, piping isometrics, and other engineering deliverables.
• Act as a primary document control contact for engineering documentation, helping to identify, organize, and maintain facility engineering drawings.
• Check out/in drawings, compile mark-ups, and update revisions from internal and external sources.
• Assist with the selection and specification of pipe fittings, pipe supports, equipment, and structural elements.
• Collaborate with project engineers, maintenance, operations, contractors, and stakeholders to support design, development, installation, planning, and project execution.
• Complete administrative duties and provide responsive customer service, including consulting with stakeholders, coordinating schedules, and maintaining required documentation.
• Perform field walkdowns and verification activities to confirm existing conditions, support design accuracy, and resolve drawing discrepancies.
• Provide technical support during the initial design phase of capital and site engineering projects.
• Support Requests for Information (RFIs) during installation and commissioning and assist with troubleshooting new process equipment and systems.
• Proactively identify and help mitigate safety hazards, code violations, and other issues related to equipment layout and design.
• Support the development of as-built drawings to reflect field changes and ensure accuracy of site engineering documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate or bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline preferred.
• Three or more years of experience in mechanical design, fabrication, industrial plant engineering, or related design work involving piping, machinery, or structural systems.
• Experience using AutoCAD Vault or similar document management system preferred.
• Experience utilizing point-cloud scan data in AutoCAD for 3D design and field verification preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and AutoCAD required; advanced AutoCAD proficiency preferred.
• Knowledge of industrial codes and standards (ASME, API, OSHA, NFPA) and strong understanding of process piping systems.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as needed.
• Physical ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position is $90,000 - $125,000 USD annually.

Benefits

This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off.