3D SmartPlant Designer

Enercon; United States; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Enercon Services, Inc. seeks a talented 3D Designer to create high‑precision 3D models and detailed drawings supporting DOE facility design and upgrades. This role spans multiple U.S.

locations, offering opportunities to work on FOAK systems and collaborating with engineers to ensure safety and compliance. You will mentor junior drafters, maintain project quality, and participate in occasional travel to sites for credentials or collaboration.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent with relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree with 2+ years of design experience or HS with 10+ years in design.
• Advanced proficiency in SmartPlant 3D, Smart 3D, or Octave Forte 3D.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate design across multiple disciplines.

Responsibilities

• 3D modeling and detailed drawings for facility layouts and equipment.
• Prepare P&IDs, PFDs, HVAC layouts, CE&I diagrams and multi-discipline model integrations.
• Support FOAK nuclear and industrial equipment designs; mentor junior drafters.
• Ensure quality, safety, and compliance with design standards; travel as needed.

Skills

Mechanical design

Piping design

Facility design

Engineering coordination

Communication skills

Design codes knowledge

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

High school diploma

Tools

SmartPlant 3D

Smart 3D

Octave Forte 3D

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:

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

If you are ready for an exciting career, we encourage you to read more about this opportunity.

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 #LI-SH7 #LI-PJS

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, Smart 3D, or Octave Forte 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
• Approximate travel of 10% as needed

Compensation 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.

The compensation range listed is a good‑faith estimate of the compensation expected for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on job‑related skills, experience, geographic location, and internal equity.

Some positions may be performed remotely in one or more U.S. states. Compensation is aligned with applicable pay transparency requirements and reflects expected compensation at the time of posting.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship. We ask all candidates this question to better understand work authorization and any potential sponsorship needs. 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.

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