CAD Operator

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays

401(k)

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors seeks a Mechanical/Piping Designer to perform complete piping design and drafting under supervision. The role includes assisting on larger projects, developing drawings from P&ID’s and GA’s, and generating material take-offs.

Field design work and startup support are part of duties. The candidate should have 4+ years in industrial piping design, familiarity with CAD drafting standards, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or CAD is required.
• 4+ years of relevant industrial experience in mechanical/piping drafting and design.
• Knowledge of piping materials and design standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete mechanical/piping design and drafting assignments under supervision.
• Assist in design of larger, more complex projects.
• Develop piping drawings from P&IDs, GA’s, and equipment layouts.
• Prepare material take-offs from piping drawings.
• Plan site design activities and communicate changes promptly.
• Provide on-site technical support during startup.

Skills

Piping materials

Piping design

Piping supports

Flexibility analysis

Valve sizing

P&ID drafting

GA drawings

CAD coordination

Discipline workflow

2D AutoCAD

MicroStation

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or CAD

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

What You'll Be DoingJob Scope: Generally responsible for performing all aspects for complete designs of mechanical/piping assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. This level is expected to assist in the design of larger and more complex mechanical/piping assignments. This work will be performed under general supervision.Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:Familiarity with and utilizing department design and drafting standards.Familiarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.Developing the design and drafting of moderately complex piping drawings given basic information such as P&ID’s, GA’s, piping specifications, equipment drawings, etc.Performing field design work to ascertain current conditions, locate new systems, communicate with client personnel and assist in constructionPreparing material take-offs from piping drawingsPlanning and managing your site design activities for optimum results.Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.On-site assistance during startup.Ideal BackgroundEducation: Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting is required.Certification: Certification is not required at this level.Experience: This position requires 4+ years of relevant industrial experience in mechanical/piping drafting and design.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge and application of piping materials.Design of less complex process and utility piping systems.Knowledge and application of piping supports and restraints.Flexibility analysis of piping system.Knowledge of manual valve sizing, use and applicationDrafting of P&ID’s and GA’s.Design of piping limited specific equipment and inline instrumentation arrangements such as pump suctions and discharges, tanks, control valve stations, etcFamiliarity with specifications and installation details of construction bulk materials and equipment.Ability to create accurate mechanical/piping installation documents from the information found on vendor equipment drawings.Knowledge and understanding of work flow/information flow between disciplines.Knowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all mechanical/piping deliverables.Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.Working knowledge of 2D AutoCAD and Microstation.Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.Good communication skills, both verbal and written.Good presentation skills.Virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships continue to develop, and providing interoffice execution support under general supervision.Physical Requirements:Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.Hargrove CultureWe work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.Equal Opportunity Employment StatementHargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.