Sr Mechanical Designer, Assets

About the role

Position Summary: This position is primarily responsible for the creation, organization, and dissemination of mechanical designs as needed by the Engineering team. Duties can involve some hands-on lab work, and document writing.

Location: Houston, TX. FLSA Class: Exempt. Reports to: Head of Project Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Use Inventor/AutoCad software to create detailed 3D designs for complex assets for power generation and natural gas solutions.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other team members to develop accurate and complete schematics.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Perform quality checks on completed schematics to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain organized and accurate records of schematics and related documentation.
• Continuously improve skills and knowledge related to drafting and AutoCAD software.
• Assist the team with equipment drawings and installation/testing.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop accurate technical specifications and RFQ’s.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in drafting with mechanical systems.
• 5+ years of industry-related experience or an associate degree in a technical field.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and related software.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A willingness to learn and adapt to changing technologies and industry practices.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with the installation, operation, or troubleshooting of industrial automation equipment.
• Extensive knowledge and proficiency with the company’s preferred software. (AutoCAD, SolidWorks Electrical/Mechanical, Excel) and the ability to learn new software quickly.
• Experience with SolidWorks.
• Ability to take direction from engineering team and work independently to design systems per project design specifications.
• Knowledge of relevant codes and standards.