Senior Process Designer

Jobtailor; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Vancouver, BC is seeking an experienced CAD designer to produce detailed design drawings for process plants, piping systems, utilities and infrastructure. You will translate specifications into practical drawings and develop layouts from concept through detailed engineering.

You will collaborate with process, mechanical, structural, electrical and project teams, using AutoCAD Plant 3D, Revit and Bentley tools to meet standards and client requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting mining, minerals processing, or heavy industries
• Proven ability to translate specs into accurate design drawings
• Experience from conceptual design to detailed engineering
• Autodesk Plant 3D and Navisworks proficiency required
• 3D modelling software skills a plus

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed design drawings for process plants, equipment, piping systems, utilities and infrastructure
• Develop plant layouts and process design documentation from concept to detailed engineering
• Translate specs, sketches and calculations into accurate drawings
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure integrated designs
• Prepare PFDs and P&IDs
• Lead design reviews and monitor constructability and compliance
• Maintain drawing registers and document revisions
• Ensure drawings comply with standards and client requirements
• Support reporting on design status and milestones
• Drive continuous improvement and quality management in design practices
• Utilize CAD and 3D tools to generate and update technical documentation
• Provide drafting support while maximizing team utilisation
• Check deliverables for accuracy and adherence to design intent
• Uphold quality standards and client requirements

Skills

CAD drafting expertise

Autodesk Plant 3D

Navisworks

3D modelling

Document management

Education

Associate Diploma in CAD

Associate Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Navisworks

SolidWorks

Inventor

Bentley Applications

Revit

Civil 3D

Autodesk Forma

Autodesk Vault

Job description

• Produce detailed design drawings for process plants, equipment, piping systems, utilities, and associated infrastructure
• Develop and maintain plant layouts and process design documentation from concept through detailed engineering phases
• Translate engineering specifications, sketches, and calculations into accurate and practical design drawings
• Collaborate with process, mechanical, structural, electrical, and project engineering teams to ensure integrated design solutions
• Prepare and develop process engineering deliverables including Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
• Lead design reviews and provide input on constructability, drafting issues, and compliance with engineering standards
• Maintain drawing registers, track design progress, and manage document revisions throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure all drawings and design deliverables comply with Sedgman standards, client requirements, and industry regulations
• Support project teams with reporting on design status, resource requirements, and schedule milestones
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, quality management processes, and the development of standard design practices
• Utilize CAD and engineering design software (e.g., Autodesk, Revit and Bentley applications) to generate and update technical documentation
• Provide drafting support to the project teams in line with management direction from them whilst maximising individual and teams utilisation
• Focus on meeting expectations for schedule, quality and client satisfaction
• Check drafting deliverables for accuracy, completeness and adherence to design specifications & intent
• Apply attention and diligence to uphold quality standards, and client requirements, to complete tasks efficiently

Requirements

• Associate Diploma in CAD / Associate Degree in Engineering or equivalent
• 7-10 year’s industry experience in a drafting / design consultancy environment, preferably supporting mining, minerals processing, or heavy industries
• Experience working on projects from conceptual design through to detailed engineering
• Proven experience and proficiency with AutoCAD Plant 3D and Navisworks
• Professional experience in 3D modelling software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Advanced Steel, Autodesk Forma, Autodesk Vault, Civil 3D and Plant3D will be an asset
• Ability to work autonomously
• Previous MS Office skills

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in producing detailed design drawings and process engineering deliverables, including Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs). Proficient in utilizing CAD software and 3D modeling tools to ensure compliance with engineering standards and client requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• AutoCAD Plant 3D Proficiency
• Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
• Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
• 3D Modelling Software Experience
• Document Management

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Detailed Design Drawings
• Process Design Documentation
• Engineering Specifications Translation
• Design Review Leadership
• Quality Management Processes
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives
• Drafting Deliverables Accuracy
• Attention to Quality Standards
• Conceptual Design to Detailed Engineering
• Document Revision Management

Soft Skills

• Autonomous Work Ability
• Collaboration with Engineering Teams
• Client Satisfaction Focus

Certifications & Qualifications

• Associate Diploma in CAD
• Associate Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

• Mining
• Minerals Processing
• Heavy Industries
• Drafting Consultancy Environment
• Engineering Standards Compliance

Tools & Technologies

• AutoCAD
• Revit
• Bentley Applications
• SolidWorks
• Inventor
• Advanced Steel
• Autodesk Forma
• Autodesk Vault
• Civil 3D
• Navisworks