Mechanical/Piping Designer III
Hargrove Engineers & Constructors · Birmingham, AL · 3 days ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
About the Role
Generally responsible for performing all aspects of complete designs of mechanical/piping assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. This level is expected to assist in the design of larger and more complex mechanical/piping assignments under general supervision.
Responsibilities
- Familiarity with and utilization of department design and drafting standards.
- Understanding project scope, specifications, and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.
- Developing the design and drafting of moderately complex piping drawings using basic information such as P&IDs, GA’s, piping specifications, and equipment drawings.
- Performing field design work to ascertain current conditions, locate new systems, communicate with client personnel, and assist in construction.
- Preparing material take-offs from piping drawings.
- Planning and managing site design activities for optimal results.
- Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.
- Providing on-site assistance during startup.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting is required.
- 4+ years of relevant industrial experience in mechanical/piping drafting and design.
Skills
- Knowledge and application of piping materials.
- Design of less complex process and utility piping systems.
- Knowledge and application of piping supports and restraints.
- Flexibility analysis of piping systems.
- Knowledge of manual valve sizing, use, and application.
- Drafting of P&IDs and GA’s.
- Design of piping for specific equipment and inline instrumentation (e.g., pump suctions/discharges, tanks, control valve stations).
- Familiarity with specifications and installation details of construction bulk materials and equipment.
- Ability to create accurate mechanical/piping installation documents from vendor equipment drawings.
- Understanding of workflow and information flow between disciplines.
- Knowledge of schedule constraints and information requirements for mechanical/piping deliverables.
- Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.
- Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.
- Working knowledge of 2D AutoCAD and MicroStation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Good presentation skills.
- Ability to work in virtual teams and develop cross-divisional relationships.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.
Benefits
- Paid holidays and personal paid time off.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
About the Company
We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. As a 100% teammate-owned company, our safety culture promotes the well-being of everyone involved in our work.