Senior Mechanical Designer 1 - Energy & industrial Group
About The Position
The Senior Mechanical Designer 1 leads advanced mechanical design work for Oil & Gas and Power projects. The role independently develops complex mechanical deliverables, supports field activities, mentors less experienced drafters and designers, and coordinates with multidisciplinary project teams. This is a hybrid position requiring three days per week in the office and allowing two days of remote work. The designer develops mechanical physical layout drawings and integrated 3D design models; plans and executes general arrangements, piping isometrics, piping composites, pipe support drawings, and equipment location drawings; and reviews mechanical equipment outlines and interface points. The role also involves field walkdowns and client site data gathering, using field information to improve design accuracy and constructability, providing technical guidance in drafting tools, and coordinating with other engineering and design disciplines. The position does not offer U.S. work authorization sponsorship. Sargent & Lundy describes its benefits as including comprehensive healthcare plans, paid time off, and other benefits. The listed compensation range is $77,890–$118,999, with eligible positions potentially participating in a yearly discretionary bonus.
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 for 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 AutoCAD, CADWorx, MicroStation, or similar plant layout and drafting platforms.
- Ability to travel as needed for client meetings, site visits, and field data gathering.
- Experience with laser scanning and working with point clouds.
- Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies where relevant to the role.
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 mechanical design issues.
- Plan and execute general arrangements, piping isometrics, piping composites, pipe support drawings, and equipment location drawings.
- Review mechanical equipment outlines and interface points and coordinate associated design deliverables.
- Accompany engineers on field walkdowns and client site data-gathering activities, using field information to improve design accuracy and constructability.
- Provide technical guidance in drafting tools and mentor less experienced staff.
- Help ensure complete and timely project execution.
- Coordinate with engineering and design teams from other disciplines throughout the plant design process.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Life and accident insurance
- Disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-up daycare
- Flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
- 401(k)
- Pre-tax commuter account
- Merit scholarship program
- Employee discount program
- Corporate charitable giving program
- Tuition assistance
- First professional licensure bonus
- Employee referral bonus
- Paid annual personal/sick time (PST)
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Paid bereavement leave
- Flexible work arrangements
- Potential eligibility to participate in a yearly discretionary bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
