Senior Mechanical Designer 1 - Energy & industrial Group

Sargent & Lundy•Midland, TX

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days. The Senior Designer 1 leads the execution of advanced mechanical design work, independently develops complex deliverables, supports field activities, and mentors less experienced drafters and designers across Oil & Gas and Power projects. Independently develop and coordinate complex mechanical physical layout drawings and integrated 3D design models for multidisciplinary project teams. Lead challenging design assignments involving mechanical systems, troubleshooting, and resolution of a broad range of mechanical design issues. Plan and execute key deliverables such as general arrangements, piping isometrics, piping composites, pipe support drawings, and equipment location drawings. Review mechanical equipment outlines and interface points and coordinates the development of associated design deliverables. Accompany engineers on field walkdowns and client site data gathering activities and use field information to improve design accuracy and constructability. Provide technical guidance in drafting tools, mentor less experienced staff, and help ensure complete and timely project execution. Coordinate effectively with engineering and design teams from other disciplines throughout the plant design process.

Requirements

Associate degree in drafting, or a high school diploma with drafting coursework or equivalent technical experience.
Ten or more years of detailed physical design experience in mechanical general arrangements, piping systems, and supports.
High proficiency with 3D plant layout and mechanical design software tools used to execute integrated physical design work.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate mechanical design deliverables, interface with other disciplines, and guide junior staff.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or a related discipline.
Proficiency with AuroCAD, CADWorx, MicroStation, or similar design platforms used for plant layout and drafting
Ability to travel as needed for client meetings, site visits, and field data gathering.
Experience with Laser Scanning and working with Point Clouds.

Responsibilities

Independently develop and coordinate complex mechanical physical layout drawings and integrated 3D design models for multidisciplinary project teams.
Lead challenging design assignments involving mechanical systems, troubleshooting, and resolution of a broad range of mechanical design issues.
Plan and execute key deliverables such as general arrangements, piping isometrics, piping composites, pipe support drawings, and equipment location drawings.
Review mechanical equipment outlines and interface points and coordinates the development of associated design deliverables.
Accompany engineers on field walkdowns and client site data gathering activities and use field information to improve design accuracy and constructability.
Provide technical guidance in drafting tools, mentor less experienced staff, and help ensure complete and timely project execution.
Coordinate effectively with engineering and design teams from other disciplines throughout the plant design process.