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Mechanical Drafter 3 -- Energy & Industrial

Sargent & Lundy · Chicago, IL · 2 mo ago
Art & Creative$54k–$77k/yrFull-time

About the Role

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

As a member of the mechanical design team, you will work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams to develop mechanical physical layout drawings in a 3D model. The position includes challenging assignments such as designing mechanical systems and investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of mechanical design issues.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize 3D modeling software tools to generate mechanical design schematics.
  • Participate in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated mechanical design model.
  • Provide support to other designers and project team members to ensure a complete and timely design.
  • Independently and as a member of a design team, plan and execute mechanical design deliverables, such as general arrangements, piping isometrics, piping composites, pipe support drawings, and equipment location drawings.
  • Opportunity to accompany and assist senior designers and engineers in field walkdowns and data gathering at client facilities.
  • Provide guidance to others in the use of drafting tools and mentor less experienced drafters and designers.

Requirements

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in drafting.
  • An Associate's Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and 1 or more years of drafting coursework or equivalent technical experience.
  • Knowledge of detailed physical design in the development of mechanical general arrangements, piping systems, and supports.
  • Proficiency with design software tools in executing 3D plant layout models.
  • Experience in the review of mechanical equipment, including outlines and interface points, and coordinating and developing the associated deliverables.
  • Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant design process.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

  • Valued but not required: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or a related degree.
  • Valued but not required: Proficiency with MicroStation.

Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

  • Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision plans, Life & Accident Insurance, Disability Coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Back-Up Daycare, FSA & HSA.
  • Financial Benefits: 401(k), Pre-Tax Commuter Account, Merit Scholarship Program, Employee Discount Program, Corporate Charitable Giving Program, Tuition Assistance, First Professional Licensure Bonus, Employee Referral Bonus.
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST), Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Bereavement Leave, Flexible Work Arrangements.

Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Pay

Compensation Range: $53,568 - $77,026. The total compensation package for eligible positions includes a base salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About the Business Unit

The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities.

  • Designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity.
  • Expertise in combined cycle projects leveraging advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators from all leading suppliers.
  • Recognized for commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power.
  • Excels in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and energy storage integration.
  • Leads the industry in carbon capture technologies, managing projects from conceptual studies, pilot demonstrations, and through commercial scale implementation for utilities and industrial plants.

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