AutoCAD Designer - Mechanical

AutoCAD Designer – Mechanical

Position Title:

CAD Designer – Mechanical

Reports To:

Engineering Manager (as applicable)

Work Location / Department

Corpus Christi / Nyati Engineering

Purpose:

To provide layout, design, and detailing of engineering drawings using Computer Aided Design system

Entry Qualifications:

Education: A.A.S. Degree or equivalent.

Experience: 2 years’ experience as a Technical Designer, with two or more years concurrent CAD experience preferred.

Computer Skills: AutoCAD Mechanical, Inventor or Fusion 360

Mechanical Knowledge: Structural & Architectural, 3D, STADD Model Inputs.

Other: Familiarity with Oil & Gas Industry advantageous.

Scope of Responsibilities / Accountability:

Problem Solving:

· Develops unique solutions for complex technical problems that may include the design of new systems or development of solutions having few or no precedents.

· Uses creativity & independent judgment to formulate results based on principles, experience & constructive thinking.

· Anticipates potential problems, proactively solves complex problems through creative thinking & internal/external resources.

Accountability:

· Receives guidance on assignment objectives & special/complex features.

· Interprets & applies relevant policies & procedures.

· Reviews the work of others for accuracy & soundness of judgment as needed.

· Assists with the development of new professionals.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

Work Environment: Spends virtually all of working time in the Corpus Christi, Texas office, a temperature-controlled environment, a good working climate. If called upon to visit a subcontractor fabricator one may experience field conditions – high noise, heavy machinery, bad weather conditions, and unknown hazards – safety equipment may be required.

Physical Demands: Much sitting and operating a computer. When necessary to go to the shop, field; walking, standing, and climbing (onto equipment) may be experienced.

Duties and Responsibilities

GENERAL: Provide layout, design, and detailing of engineering drawings using Computer Aided Design system. Works from sketches, verbal discussions, reference drawings, manufacturers specifications, customer specifications, applicable codes and industry standards. Maintain the electronic database. Maintain a high level of uniformity between projects.

PROVIDE LAYOUT, DESIGN, AND DETAILING OF ENGINEERED DRAWINGS: Create finished engineering drawings from engineer’s rough sketches and customer specifications. Complete design/drawings in reasonable amount of time. Maintain a high level of accuracy. Follow all storage/retrieval procedures for computer document files. Follow all procedures for document handling and routing.

MAINTAIN APPLICABLE DISCIPLINE DATABASE: Develop and maintain discipline database to ensure that consistency is maintained in drawing packages.

ASSIST IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF NEW PROCEDURES AND PROCESSES: Learn and develop new techniques to increase design capabilities or decrease processing time. Assist in the creation of procedures to increase company efficiency. Help maintain smooth document flow for document control.

ACCOUNTING SUPPORT: Keep detailed records of daily work and provide weekly time sheet. Ensure labor is charged correctly and accurately. Manage time to ensure maximum productivity.

PROVIDE SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE SUPPORT TO CAD DEPARTMENT: Assist Technical Services with the maintenance and configuration of CAD workstations.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Schedule:

Work Location: In person