Designer III, Mechanical (Oil & Gas)

Bowman Consulting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd. in Houston, TX seeks a Designer III, Mechanical (Oil & Gas) to craft and review CAD designs for facilities, collaborating with engineers and other professionals. You will support sizing analyses and BOM creation, and ensure designs meet project requirements and standards.

The role emphasizes detail, problem solving, and timely delivery in a dynamic team environment, with opportunities to contribute to major oil and gas projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree or equivalent preferred.
• 4–7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD Vault preferred.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and analytical skills.
• High level of personal integrity and strong relationships.
• Proficient in written and spoken communication.

Responsibilities

• Provides CAD drafting and prepares drawings and schematics from specifications.
• Coordinates with engineers or designers to complete projects.
• Supports equipment sizing, analysis, and deliverables.
• Assists in design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of facilities.
• Presents deliverables to project members and stakeholders.
• Plans and tracks deliverables to support schedules.
• Identifies scope changes and estimates impact on effort and schedule.
• Prepares and reviews mechanical BOMs and designs.

Skills

CAD drafting

Team collaboration

Engineering communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or associate degree

Tools

AutoCAD Vault

Job description

Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Designer III, Mechanical (Oil & Gas) to join our team in Houston, TX.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Purpose

Provide essential technical support, create comprehensive designs, and ensure compliance with project requirements while working in collaboration with engineers, architects, and other professionals. Expected to employ computer-aided design (CAD) software to design and modify project plans and use their experience to solve problems, pay attention to detail, and apply their in-depth understanding of mechanical engineering principles and industry best practices. Your extensive experience in mechanical engineering design will be instrumental in driving innovation and achieving project goals.

Responsibilities

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.
• Support equipment sizing & selection, alternative analyses, and other deliverables.
• Support the engineering, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of facilities.
• Present design deliverables to project members, cross-functional teams, senior leadership, external vendors, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Plan, forecast and actualize deliverable progress to support project reporting and schedule requirements.
• Identify scope changes and estimate 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.

About Bowman

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 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

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Partially indoor professional office environment which may exposure to include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Partially outdoor work environment which may include exposure to adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of 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 the course of several hours.
• Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

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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.

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. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.

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.

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