Design Engineer

LanceSoft, Inc.; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

LanceSoft, Inc. seeks a CAD Designer to produce, update, and maintain P&ID drawings and related layouts using AutoCAD. You will support project engineers, assist with construction/start-up activities, and ensure as-built records are kept current across facilities.

Responsibilities include drafting from sketches, organizing files, converting legacy formats, and performing field verification. Strong communication and teamwork across disciplines are essential for success.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required.
• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Proficient communication and collaboration across all project phases.

Responsibilities

• Produce, update, and maintain compliant P&IDs and related drawings using AutoCAD standards.
• Assist project engineers and support construction/start-up activities.
• Maintain electronic drawings in “as built” status across assets.
• Draw finished designs from sketches and redlines; create and revise details.
• Set up and maintain an organized file system and drawing database with standardized naming.
• Convert legacy formats (e.g., Visio, AutoCAD LT) to a consistent standard.
• Perform site visits and field verification to confirm drawing accuracy.
• Prepare minor civil drawings for foundations and buildings.
• Coordinate with engineers, project teams, and vendors for accurate electronic representations.
• Follow Management of Change processes to keep drawings aligned with capital projects.

Skills

AutoCAD

P&ID drawing

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Engineering

Tools

CADWorx

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Visio

AutoCAD LT

Job description

• Support LNG operations by producing, updating, and maintaining compliant Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and related mechanical and minor civil drawings using company standards in AutoCAD.
• Assist project engineers; support construction/start up activities; and maintain electronic drawings in "as built" status across department assets.
• Maintain organized drawing files and follow company document control practices to keep drawings current.

Responsibilities:

• Use AutoCAD to prepare and revise P&IDs, general layouts, plans and profiles, fabrication drawings, isometrics, and pipe support details.
• Draw finished designs from sketches/redlines; create and revise detail, assembly, and general arrangement drawings.
• Set up and maintain an organized file system and drawing database with standardized naming conventions.
• Convert legacy formats (e.g., Visio, AutoCAD LT) to a consistent, singular standard.
• Perform site visits and field verification to confirm drawing accuracy.
• Prepare minor civil drawings for equipment foundations and buildings.
• Coordinate with engineers, project teams, and vendors to ensure accurate electronic representation and updated vendor resources.
• Follow Management of Change processes to keep drawings aligned with capital projects and modifications.
• Support development of as built records for existing facilities and capital projects.

Qualifications Required:

• ABET accredited Bachelor of Science Degree in an Engineering discipline is required. Position aligns closest to mechanical, civil, chemical, or similar engineering discipline.
• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD.
• Proficient communication skills and ability to collaborate across all phases of a project.

Preferred:

• Certifications: American Design Drafting Association (ADDA), Autodesk, and/or SolidWorks.
• Prior gas design experience and knowledge of gas equipment.
• Knowledge of relevant codes/standards (e.g., Federal DOT, Massachusetts state codes, applicable industry standards).
• Understanding of LNG plant operations and maintenance functions.
• Experience with CADWorx and/or AutoCAD Plant 3D.