SENIOR MECHANICAL DESIGNER

REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Develop detailed mechanical and piping design drawings for petrochemical and industrial facilities.
• Prepare and review equipment layouts, piping plans, isometrics, sections, and installation details.
• Generate 3D models utilizing the following design softwares: AutoCAD, CADWorx Plant Professional, CADWorx Equipment, Navisworks & CloudWorx.
• Cook up mechanical designs with civil, structural, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines.
• Perform field walk-downs to verify existing conditions and support brownfield modifications.
• Interpret and apply applicable codes, standards, and client specifications including ASME, API, ANSI, and OSHA requirements.
• Aid in equipment selection, piping material specifications, and constructability reviews.
• Support project estimating, scheduling, and material take-offs as required.
• Mentor junior designers and provide technical guidance to design team members.
• Ensure design deliverables are completed accurately, on schedule, and within project scope.
• Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and safety evaluations.
• Develop and maintain client relationships through effective communication, professionalism, and responsiveness, while identifying opportunities for future projects and additional engineering/design services.

QUALITY/SAFETY/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to conduct field inspections in operating industrial facilities.
• Ability to climb ladders, walk long distances, and wear required PPE in plant environments.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time behind desk working on their computer.
• Occasional travel may be required.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 15+ Years of mechanical design experience in petrochemical, refining, chemical, or industrial facilities.

PREFERRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Design Technology, Mechanical Design, or related field preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, CADWorx Plant Professional, CADWorx Equipment, Navisworks & CloudWorx.
• Must be proficient in working with laser scan data and point cloud integration.
• Strong understanding of piping design, equipment arrangement, and industrial plant layout practices.
• Experience working with P&IDs, piping specifications, and mechanical equipment drawings.
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards including ASME B31.3, API, and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to perform field verification and work in active industrial environments.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supporting EPC or consulting engineering projects.
• Experience with refinery turnarounds, maintenance projects, and brownfield facility modifications preferred.
• Experience with piping analysis software (CAESAR II).
• Ability to obtain a TWIC card.