Engineer - Autocad Designer

Hydrogen UK Ltd; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydrogen UK Ltd is seeking an Engineer - AutoCAD Designer in Los Angeles, CA for a 1-year contract. This onsite role requires 1–2 days per week on site with a $49-54/hr pay rate.

You will develop and review 3D piping models using Autodesk AutoCAD Plant 3D, create P&IDs, and produce orthographic and isometric drawings for high-pressure pipelines, collaborating with engineers and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 2–10 years of relevant engineering drafting/design experience.
• Experience with Autodesk AutoCAD Plant 3D is required.
• Experience generating intelligent P&IDs and 3D piping models.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and review of 3D models, piping layouts, and orthographic drawings.
• Ensure drawings comply with company standards and industry codes.
• Create and maintain 3D piping models using Autodesk AutoCAD Plant 3D.
• Generate detailed P&IDs, orthographic, and isometric drawings.
• Support design documentation of high-pressure pipelines.
• Collaborate with engineers across disciplines to resolve design issues.

Skills

AutoCAD Plant 3D

P&ID development

3D piping models

Orthographic drawings

Isometric drawings

Engineering drafting

High-pressure pipelines

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree preferred

AutoCAD Plant 3D experience

Job description

ENGINEER - AUTOCAD DESIGNER

LOCATION: Los Angeles, CA

SCHEDULE: Onsite 1–2 days per week

DURATION: 1-Year Contract

PAY RATE: $49-54/hr.

Job Responsibilities:

• Developing and reviewing technical drawings and design deliverables throughout the project lifecycle.
• Developing and managing 3D piping models using Autodesk AutoCAD Plant 3D.
• Generating intelligent Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Producing accurate orthographic and isometric drawings.
• Supporting the design and documentation of high-pressure pipelines.
• Interpreting engineering concepts and requirements and translating them into clear, precise technical drawings.
• Maintaining project databases and design documentation in accordance with applicable industry standards.
• Collaborating with engineers, designers, and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely project deliverables.
• Adapting to changing project requirements and supporting multiple disciplines as needed.

Essential Duties and Job Functions:

• Lead the development and review of 3D models, piping layouts, and orthographic drawings.
• Ensure engineering drawings and design deliverables comply with company standards and applicable industry codes.
• Develop and manage detailed 3D piping models using Autodesk AutoCAD Plant 3D.
• Create and maintain intelligent P&IDs.
• Generate detailed piping orthographic and isometric drawings.
• Support the design and documentation of high-pressure pipeline systems.
• Interpret engineering concepts, specifications, and requirements and convert them into accurate and detailed drawings.
• Review technical drawings and design documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Maintain project databases and associated engineering design information.
• Support the full design lifecycle, from initial design development through revisions and final documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers and other disciplines to resolve design issues and coordinate project deliverables.
• Apply strong drafting and technical documentation practices across assigned projects.
• Adapt to different project requirements and apply a broad range of drafting and design expertise.
• Participate in continuous learning and development of technical drafting and design skills.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong technical drafting skills.
• Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD Plant 3D.
• Strong experience developing and managing 3D piping models.
• Experience creating intelligent P&IDs.
• Ability to produce accurate orthographic and isometric drawings.
• Ability to interpret engineering concepts and translate them into clear, precise technical drawings.
• Knowledge of piping layouts and engineering design practices.
• Experience supporting the design and documentation of high-pressure pipelines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to review drawings and identify design discrepancies.
• Ability to work collaboratively across engineering disciplines.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities.
• Knowledge of applicable engineering standards, industry codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliverables in a collaborative environment.

Education & Experience:

• 2–10 years of relevant engineering drafting/design experience.
• High School Diploma required.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Experience with Autodesk AutoCAD Plant 3D required.
• Experience developing and managing 3D piping models.
• Experience generating intelligent P&IDs.
• Experience producing orthographic and isometric drawings.
• Experience supporting the design and documentation of high-pressure pipeline systems.
• Experience working with engineering teams and supporting the full design lifecycle.
• Experience working across multiple engineering disciplines is preferred.