Designer III, Mechanical (Oil & Gas)

Bowman Consulting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Bowman Consulting has an opportunity for a Designer III, Mechanical (Oil & Gas) to join our team in Houston, TX. This role involves providing essential technical support, creating comprehensive designs, and ensuring compliance with project requirements.

The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree, and proficiency in CAD software. We offer competitive compensation, including medical and dental insurances, a 401(k) plan with company match, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Strong relationship capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provides computer aided design (CAD) drafting.
• Coordinates with engineers to complete projects.
• Support equipment sizing & selection.

Skills

3D CAD

Engineering Support

Design Review

Computer Aided Design (CAD)

Education

Bachelor’s or associate degree or equivalent

Tools

AutoCad Vault

Job description

Designer III, Mechanical (Oil & Gas) – Houston, TX

Role Overview

The Designer III, Mechanical (Oil & Gas) will provide essential technical support, create comprehensive designs, and ensure compliance with project requirements while collaborating with engineers, architects, and other professionals.

Competencies

• Design Review
• Engineering Support
• 3D CAD
• Computer Aided Design (CAD)

Responsibilities

• Provides computer-aided design (CAD) drafting, prepares drawings and schematics derived from a variety of specifications, layouts, vendor data, and sketches.
• Coordinates and consults with engineers or other designers to complete projects, ensuring adherence to established specifications and standards.
• Supports equipment sizing & selection, alternative analyses, and other deliverables.
• Supports the engineering, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of facilities.
• Presents design deliverables to project members, cross‑functional teams, senior leadership, external vendors, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Plans, forecasts and actualizes deliverable progress to support project reporting and schedule requirements.
• Identifies scope changes and estimates impact to effort and schedule.
• Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work.
• Prepares, reviews, and approves mechanical equipment and piping BOMs and designs.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Highly motivated and problem‑solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree or equivalent preferred.
• Four to Seven (4‑7) years of relevant experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD Vault preferred.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and analytical skills – written and verbal.
• High level of personal integrity.
• Strong relationship capabilities.
• Proficient in both written and spoken.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance‑based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Partially indoor professional office environment: exposure to bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Partially outdoor work environment: exposure to adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around an office.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
• Mobility around a job/construction site requiring walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Frequent and prolonged use of data‑collection equipment and/or drones, necessitating walking the assigned study area to complete data collection over several hours.
• Primarily local travel during the business day, with occasional out‑of‑area and overnight travel as required.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Description Disclaimer

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

Safe Work Environment

Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol‑free workplace.