Designer I - Mechanical

LJA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Health and dental plans

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Volunteer days

Professional memberships

Internal mobility

Fun culture

Job summary

LJA Energy in Houston is seeking a Designer – Mechanical to create mechanical, structural, and piping conceptual designs for liquid terminals and oil and gas infrastructure using 2-D and 3-D CAD systems. You will model, detail, document, and verify mechanical and related systems while ensuring drawings meet department standards.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree or technical training, 3–5 years of experience, and strong CAD proficiency, with the ability to coordinate with

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical training in Mechanical Engineering, CAD technology, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience designing and documenting mechanical, structural, piping, equipment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Create mechanical, structural, and piping conceptual designs for liquid terminals and oil and gas infrastructure.
• Model, detail, document, and verify related systems to meet quality standards.
• Prepare 3-D models showing component relationships with dimensions and tolerances.
• Coordinate with engineers to resolve design issues and meet schedules.

Skills

3-D CAD design

Piping systems design

Structural design

Communication skills

Meeting deadlines

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or technical training in Mechanical Engineering/CAD

Tools

MicroStation

Plant Space Design

ISOGEN

AutoCAD

Cadworx

Job description

What LJA Has To Offer

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee‑owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands‑on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

What Makes LJA Different

• Employee‑owned. Client‑focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in‑house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

Position Overview

As a Designer – Mechanical at LJA Energy, you will create mechanical, structural, and piping conceptual designs for liquid terminals and miscellaneous oil and gas infrastructure using 2-D and 3-D CAD systems. This role is responsible for modeling, detailing, documenting, and verifying mechanical, structural, piping, equipment, and related systems while ensuring drawings meet department and company standards. The ideal candidate is organized, technically strong, detail‑oriented, and able to work well in a team environment while meeting project deadlines.

A Typical Day Might Include

• Creating mechanical, structural, and piping conceptual designs for liquid terminals and miscellaneous oil and gas infrastructure.
• Modeling, detailing, documenting, and verifying mechanical, structural, piping, and related systems.
• Creating 3-D models that show the relationship of components and parts, including dimensions, angles, curvatures, tolerances, and materials.
• Ensuring drawings meet department and company quality standards.
• Analyzing proposed changes for proper fit and/or interference issues and recommending possible solutions or alternate construction methods.
• Modifying drawings as needed and coordinating with engineers to resolve design issues.
• Preparing Bills of Material related to design documentation.
• Using 3-D CAD design systems, Microsoft Office Suite, email systems, and Microsoft Outlook to support project work.
• Supporting design work that may include processing and designing with laser scan data.
• Meeting deadlines as required by the project schedule.

Required Education / License / Certifications

• Associate degree or technical school training in Mechanical Engineering, Computer-Aided Design Technology, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience designing and documenting mechanical, structural, piping, equipment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

• Strong creative ability to design and develop mechanical, structural, and piping systems.
• Good organizational and planning skills.
• Experience in a related industry.
• Working knowledge of in‑plant piping, pipeline, or onshore oil and gas.
• Proficiency using 3-D CAD design systems.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and related tools.
• Ability to use email systems, with Microsoft Outlook preferred.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to meet project deadlines according to the project schedule.

Ideally, You Should Also Have

• Familiarity with MicroStation, Plant Space Design, ISOGEN, AutoCAD, and/or Cadworx.
• Familiarity with processing and design using laser scan data.
• Experience supporting liquid terminals or miscellaneous oil and gas infrastructure projects.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality drawings.
• Ability to function well in team environments and contribute to the overall success of the company.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets, along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in‑house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.