Smart 3D Designer

Enercon Services, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Career development opportunities

Innovation-focused culture

Job summary

An engineering services company is seeking a skilled 3D Designer to join their team in Fort Worth, TX. This role involves creating innovative 3D models and technical drawings for complex engineering projects. Candidates should have a degree and significant experience in design, as well as proficiency in SmartPlant 3D. The position offers a salary range of $65,000 to $130,000, reflecting the compensation for the role based on experience and skills. U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• Creative 3D modeling and engineering drawing skills are crucial.
• Understanding of design codes and standards is necessary.
• Experience in working within multidisciplinary teams is important.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-precision 3D models and engineering drawings.
• Support engineering teams in the design of FOAK nuclear equipment.
• Perform checks on drawings and mentor junior drafters as needed.
• Travel occasionally to obtain site credentials.

Skills

Advanced proficiency SmartPlant 3D

Strong communication skills

Creative mechanical design

Ability to coordinate design work

Education

Associate’s Degree with 6+ years of experience

High school diploma with 10+ years of experience

Bachelor’s Degree with 2+ years of design experience

Job description

Overview

Join ENERCON's Federal Services Advanced Design and Manufacturing (ADM) team as a 3D Designer and put your creativity to work solving some of the nation’s most complex engineering challenges. In this role, you will create innovative 3D models and detailed design drawings that support DOE facility design and upgrades. This role can be located in one of the following locations:

• Naperville, IL (Chicago Area)
• Overland Park, KS
• Fort Worth, TX

Locations

• Kennewick, WA
• Naperville, IL (Chicago Area)
• Overland Park, KS
• Kennesaw, GA (Atlanta Area)
• Fort Worth, TX
• Aiken, SC
• Dallas, TX

Responsibilities

Each day in this role offers the opportunity to shape innovative designs, creating detailed, precision-driven drawings created from advanced 3D models that bring complex engineering concepts to life. By collaborating with engineers, mentoring others, and ensuring the highest standards of quality, you play a crucial part in delivering impactful solutions that drive success and safety across projects.

• 3D Modeling & Technical Drawing: Develop creative, high‑precision 3D models and detailed engineering drawings for facility layouts, system modifications, and new equipment development. Prepare P&IDs, PFDs, HVAC layouts, CE&I diagrams, and multi‑discipline model integrations. Design and document complex piping systems, including isometrics, P&IDs, single‑line diagrams, and support drawings
• Engineering Support & Collaboration: Support engineering teams in the design of FOAK nuclear and industrial equipment, gloveboxes, hot cells, shielded enclosures, and remotely operated mechanical systems. Collaborate closely with engineers to interpret concepts, solve design challenges, and refine system layouts across mechanical, civil, electrical, I&C, and process disciplines. Contribute to facility and process upgrades that improve operations, enhance safety, and support DOE cleanup and SMR program needs
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Perform thorough self‑checks of drawings and 3D models to identify potential issues early and ensure accuracy and quality. Review and provide feedback on drawings produced by peers; mentor junior drafters/designers as needed. Maintain red‑line documents (ECNs, FCNs, etc.) and ensure compliance with internal and client design standards. Balance creative problem solving with adherence to safety requirements, engineering principles, and DOE/NRC design criteria
• Project Execution: Meet schedule objectives and support project execution with reliable design deliverables. Travel occasionally for short trips to obtain site or facility credentials

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree with 6+ years of experience, OR High school diploma with 10+ years of experience, OR Bachelor’s Degree with 2+ years of design experience
• Advanced proficiency SmartPlant 3D
• A passion for creative mechanical, piping, equipment, or facility design—especially for complex or FOAK systems
• Understanding of engineering discipline practices and the ability to coordinate design work across other disciplines
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Knowledge of applicable design codes, standards, and criteria
• Ability to learn new design tools and adapt to evolving project needs
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Pay Range

USD $65,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.

Additional Information

ENERCON Services, Inc. (ENERCON) is powered by people who make a difference. We offer rewarding careers in a culture built on excellence, innovation, and growth.

Please CLICK HERE to learn more about the potential Benefits you may be eligible to receive with this role and working here at ENERCON.

When salary range is listed it reflects typical compensation for this role based on level and location. Actual pay depends on experience, skills, and education.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions. Employment is contingent upon passing pre‑employment and random drug/alcohol screenings, background checks, and annual motor vehicle record reviews per company and client policies.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.