Piping Drafting/Design 4 - West Monroe, LA

S&B Engineers and Constructors•West Monroe, LA

About The Position

With minimal supervision, performs moderately difficult to difficult drafting and design assignments that apply advanced drafting and fundamental design techniques in accordance with company and industry standards and codes. Detailed instructions are provided for assignments involving an introduction to basic design concepts. This transitional position combines development of a working knowledge of fundamental design concepts with senior-level drafting assignments. The incumbent uses CADD equipment proficiently and prepares engineering and construction drawings for complete project phases, often from minimal information and rough sketches. The role also performs discipline design tasks, reviews vendor prints, conducts routine checking and verification, and supports field assignments as required. S&B is a privately owned, full-service Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company serving industries including Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Petrochemicals, Energy Transition, Power, and Pulp & Paper. The company describes its culture as collaborative and focused on innovation and excellence, and offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits program.

Requirements

High school graduation with vocational-technical training in basic drafting technology and typically at least five years of related experience or equivalent working knowledge/experience; alternatively, a two-year degree in drafting/design technology and three years of related experience.
Proficiency using CADD equipment for a variety of assignments.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, and to present information and respond to questions from clients, managers, designers, and engineers.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts including proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume, and apply basic algebra and geometry.
Normal hearing; ability to stand, walk, reach, climb, balance, and lift up to 25 pounds may be required; clear close and distance vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.

Responsibilities

Prepare moderately difficult to difficult engineering and construction drawings for a complete phase of a project using manual and computer-assisted drafting/design techniques.
Perform discipline design tasks involving fundamental engineering concepts and mathematical formulas.
Determine material needs and perform calculations using accepted formulas and references.
Develop and detail minor design elements not clearly defined in layouts or sketches.
Review manufacturers’ or fabricators’ prints for conformance with contract specifications.
Perform routine checking and verification tasks.
Support field assignments as required.