Mechanical Designer

Volkert Inc • Lexington, KY

9d • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently searching for an experienced Mechanical Designer to support our Midwest Region located in Lexington, KY. This is a part-time position. To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a High school diploma or equivalent.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 10+ years of experience in drafting, 3D modeling and piping design required
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, CADWorx Plant and ISOGEN
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
• Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Nice To Haves

• Two-year drafting, design, or industry-related technical degree from an accredited university or trade school preferred
• 5+ years of experience in oil and gas industry preferred

Responsibilities

• Interpret and analyze general design requirements provided by engineers, including piping and instrumentation diagrams, piping specifications, stress analysis recommendations, and equipment requirements
• Use theoretical and practical design knowledge of the oil and gas industry to design CAD 3D models for mechanical equipment and piping systems
• Review vendor equipment drawing packages and provide comments
• Obtain accurate field data using 3D scanning or manual measurement methods
• Manipulate point cloud data to generate as-built 3D models
• Produce quality, constructible drawing packages per the project scope, including site plans, location plans, piping plans, sections and details, piping isometrics, pipe support details and tie-in details, where applicable
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, client and company design and drafting standards, and industry-accepted guidelines and best practices
• Perform quality control checks of the work of other designers and drafters
• Mentor and advise less-experienced designers and drafters
• Plan and supervise work for designers and other drafting personnel
• Communicate and work closely with other disciplines with minimal supervision

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED