Designer III - Process & Mechanical Piping

KAHUNA; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K

Paid time off

Onsite gym

Job summary

Kahuna in Westminster, CO is seeking a Designer III, Process & Mechanical Piping. The role focuses on producing complex piping layouts, sections, isometrics, and BOMs for engineering projects, using CADWorx Plant and AutoCAD Plant 3D.

You will lead piping on small to mid-size projects and coordinate with engineers and other designers. You will mentor junior staff, help develop group standards, ensure drawings meet Kahuna drafting standards, and maintain schedule discipline while producing

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of progressive relevant design experience or equivalent; 2 years minimum required.
• CADWorx Plant proficiency required (or AutoCAD Plant 3D at equivalent level); must be able to build and manage 3D piping models.
• Strong knowledge of Navisworks tools; able to operate Freedom, Manage, and Simulate and perform a presentation internally.
• Proficient AutoCAD skills: LISP routines, plotting settings, and CUI; understands AutoCAD setup and xrefs.

Responsibilities

• Produce complex piping layouts, plans, sections, isometrics, and BOMs.
• Create 3D piping models and construction drawings with CADWorx Plant or AutoCAD Plant 3D.
• Lead piping on small to mid-sized projects and coordinate with engineers and designers.
• Collaborate with other design teams to ensure information flow across disciplines.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to group standards and templates.
• Ensure drawings meet Kahuna drafting standards and deliver on schedule.

Skills

Piping layout

AutoCAD

CADWorx Plant

3D modeling

P&ID

Mentoring

Project coordination

Education

Drafting/CAD coursework

Tools

Navisworks

AutoCAD Plant 3D

CADWorx Plant

Job description

Title of Position: Designer III, Process & Mechanical Piping

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Range: $25–$35 (hourly)*

Kahuna’s Core Values focus on Safety, Confidence, Innovation, Balance and Family. We manage our business by our Core Values, to ultimately provide a safe and productive work environment. Our goal is to create a workplace that employees are proud to be a part of and want to retire from.

General Characteristics

The Designer III demonstrates strong competency in producing complex piping layouts, plans, sections, and elevations for engineering projects. Possesses moderate to advanced knowledge of drafting practices using AutoCAD® and CADWorx Plant® in a fast-paced project environment. Can independently execute small projects with general oversight from Lead Designers, Engineering, or a Supervisor. Contributes to group standards and the development of junior designers.

What you’ll do:

• P&ID and piping annotation; able to implement redlines per Kahuna standards, identify errors, and generate walkdown-based P&IDs with minimal guidance.
• Basic 3D modeling using CADWorx Plant® (or AutoCAD Plant 3D®) with some direction from experienced designers; consistently produces accurate piping models and construction drawings.
• Meter station level piping; able to route and detail piping with intermediate knowledge of piping rules of thumb and supporting piping.
• Independently lead piping on small and mid-sized projects while coordinating with supervisor, designers, and engineers.
• Coordinates with other design teams to ensure continuous flow of information concerning other engineering disciplines affecting the design execution of a project.
• Assist in development of group standards and practices, and proactively lead evolution of team designs and pre-developed tools/templates.
• Prepares complex plans, sections, details, isometrics, and Bills of Materials with attention to design integrity, working closely with senior staff.
• Effectively manages multiple small projects with conflicting deadlines, identifying potential delays and maintaining proactive task flow and drawing accuracy. Commitment to putting in the time required to complete assigned tasks to meet deadlines.
• Utilizes AutoCAD® and CADWorx Plant® to create and manage 3D models, strictly following company drafting standards and protocols.
• Accurately interprets engineering specifications and applies them throughout the piping modeling and annotation process. Working knowledge of ASME B31.3 piping codes.
• Reviews and assists with drawings from less experienced designers, marking up as needed to ensure a functional design. Contributes to mentoring and development of junior staff.
• Consistently communicate technical and administrative project/task details including correspondence via emails and general documentation. Proactive in communicating project status and work load.
• Demonstrates professionalism, punctuality, and a strong sense of ownership for assigned work. Continuously seeks to improve drafting efficiency, AutoCAD capabilities, and industry knowledge.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Typically 2–4 years of progressive relevant design experience or equivalent; 2 years minimum required.
• CADWorx Plant® proficiency required (or AutoCAD Plant 3D® at equivalent level); must be able to build and manage 3D piping models.
• Strong knowledge of available Navisworks® tools; able to operate Freedom, Manage, and Simulate and perform a presentation internally.
• Proficient AutoCAD® skills: knows how to use LISP routines, tools, plotting settings, and CUI; understands AutoCAD setup, layer properties, and xrefs, learning project setup.
• Highly detail-oriented; consistently precise and organized in producing and handling technical drawings; able to prioritize and multitask as an individual.
• Receives general to minimal supervision; communicates effectively with engineers and senior designers.
• Completion of community college coursework or drafting/CAD classes a plus.

Kahuna offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental insurance, 401K participation, additional optional coverages, paid time off, and access to onsite exercise facilities. For information on Kahuna, including more information on our company culture, visit our website at www.KahunaUSA.com

Kahuna is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

*Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.