Designer II - Mechanical

LJA•Dallas, TX

10d

About The Position

As a Designer II – Mechanical at LJA Energy, you will create mechanical, structural, and piping conceptual designs for liquid terminals and miscellaneous oil and gas infrastructure using 2-D and 3-D CAD systems. This role is responsible for modeling, detailing, documenting, and verifying mechanical, structural, piping, equipment, and related systems while ensuring drawings meet department and company standards. The ideal candidate is organized, technically strong, detail-oriented, and able to work well in a team environment while meeting project deadlines.

Requirements

Associate degree or technical school training in Mechanical Engineering, Computer-Aided Design Technology, or a related field.
3–5 years of experience designing and documenting mechanical, structural, piping, equipment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong creative ability to design and develop mechanical, structural, and piping systems.
Good organizational and planning skills.
Experience in a related industry.
Working knowledge of in-plant piping, pipeline, or onshore oil and gas.
Proficiency using 3-D CAD design systems.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and related tools.
Ability to use email systems, with Microsoft Outlook preferred.
Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to meet project deadlines according to the project schedule.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with MicroStation, Plant Space Design, ISOGEN, AutoCAD, and/or Cadworx.
Familiarity with processing and design using laser scan data.
Experience supporting liquid terminals or miscellaneous oil and gas infrastructure projects.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality drawings.
Ability to function well in team environments and contribute to the overall success of the company.

Responsibilities

Creating mechanical, structural, and piping conceptual designs for liquid terminals and miscellaneous oil and gas infrastructure.
Modeling, detailing, documenting, and verifying mechanical, structural, piping, and related systems.
Creating 3-D models that show the relationship of components and parts, including dimensions, angles, curvatures, tolerances, and materials.
Ensuring drawings meet department and company quality standards.
Analyzing proposed changes for proper fit and/or interference issues and recommending possible solutions or alternate construction methods.
Modifying drawings as needed and coordinating with engineers to resolve design issues.
Preparing Bills of Material related to design documentation.
Using 3-D CAD design systems, Microsoft Office Suite, email systems, and Microsoft Outlook to support project work.
Supporting design work that may include processing and designing with laser scan data.
Meeting deadlines as required by the project schedule.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.