Designer, Gas Pipeline

Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc.•Houston, TX

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Gas Pipeline Designer for their Houston, Texas office. Since 1980, CobbFendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveying solutions with the goal of bettering communities. Their multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication. They are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance their ability to provide clients with exceptional service. CobbFendley offers a New Hire Program for successful onboarding, Development Opportunities for professional and personal growth, a competitive Compensation + Benefits package, Paid Parental Leave, a Winter Holiday office closure, and Community Engagement through CobbFendley Cares.

Requirements

7+ years of design experience.
Proficient general understanding and practical experience; capable of working independently with growing efficiency.
Knowledge of engineering design principles, applicable codes and standards, and established design practices used in the planning and development of projects.
Skills in using engineering design and drafting software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer (2D/3D modeling), ArcGIS, Microsoft Office, etc.) to develop, modify, and coordinate engineering designs, drawings, and technical deliverables.
Ability to analyze data, apply design criteria, and use standard office and engineering software to produce accurate design documentation and support project completion.

Responsibilities

Lead design efforts for assigned project components with limited supervision, supporting Project Managers and Project Engineers.
Utilize engineering and drafting software to develop and refine complex plan, profile, cross-section, and utility drawings in accordance with project requirements.
Interpret survey data, utility records, specifications, and engineering plans to independently develop and manage design base files.
Translate design concepts, sketches, and engineering direction into fully coordinated and constructable plan sets.
Incorporate and manage redlines and review comments while identifying trends and improving design efficiency.
Perform design calculations, including grading, utility design, drainage elements, and quantity takeoffs with minimal oversight.
Identify, evaluate, and assist in resolving design conflicts, discrepancies, and constructability issues.
Coordinate with field data collection efforts and integrate findings into design development if applicable.
Apply Company QA/QC processes and procedures in the preparation of design deliverables.
Identify potential errors or inconsistencies and correct them proactively.
Maintain compliance with company standards and safety requirements.
Collaborate with Project Engineers, Project Managers, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate design efforts, communicate project status and risks.
Resolve cross-discipline conflicts and provide guidance to Design team on tasks and deliverables.
Mentor and provide technical direction to other design personnel in the preparation of deliverables and use of design tools.
Back check and review drafting work to verify accuracy, completeness, and adherence to standards.
Apply client standards, guidelines, specifications, and industry best practices consistently across all deliverables.
Support project success and client satisfaction through responsiveness, accuracy, and professional judgment.
Lead design efforts across multiple disciplines and create innovative solutions to complex design problems.
Independently prepare and review various design deliverables while managing simultaneous projects.
Work with rough sketches, drawings, specifications, and other engineering data received from clients or Project Managers for use in developing construction drawings.
Generate plan and profile drawings, including cross-sections and underground utilities, from reference files, survey files, and/or record drawings.
Create baselines, cross sections, and extract profiles from DTM, TIN, and/or contours.
Meet project completion dates and budgets set by the Project Lead.
Collaborate effectively with clients, staff, supervisors, and principals.
Mentor and provide direction to other design and CAD personnel in the use of tools and preparation of design deliverables.
Perform thorough quality control on construction drawings, exhibits, and related documents.
Complete work in compliance with Company, Client, and Industry standards.