Mechanical Designer

VoltaGrid LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VoltaGrid LLC in Houston, TX seeks a Mechanical Designer responsible for creating, organizing, and disseminating mechanical designs for the Engineering team. Duties include hands-on drafting, writing documentation, and producing detailed 3D designs using Inventor and AutoCAD for turnkey projects.

The role requires strong attention to detail, collaboration across teams, and adherence to industry standards. A path toward advanced CAD skills and RFQ support is expected as part of day-to-day tasks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience drafting/mechanical systems.
• 3+ years of industry experience or an associate degree in a technical field.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and related software.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 3D designs using Inventor/AutoCAD for complex turnkey projects.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers to develop accurate schematics.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Perform quality checks on schematics for accuracy.
• Maintain organized records of schematics and documentation.
• Improve drafting skills and knowledge of CAD software.
• Assist with equipment drawings, installation, and testing.
• Develop technical specifications and RFQ responses.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Independent work

Education

Associate degree in a technical field

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Revit

AutoCAD Electrical/Mechanical

Job description

Position Title: MECHANICAL DESIGNER
Location: HOUSTON, TX
FLSA Class: EXEMPT
Responsible to: TEAM LEAD - DATA CENTER DESIGN

Position Summary:

This position is primarily responsible for the creation, organization, and dissemination of mechanical designs as needed by the Engineering team. Duties can involve some hands-on work, and document writing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use Inventor/ AutoCad software to create detailed 3D designs for complex projects for turnkey
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other team members to develop accurate
• and complete schematics.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Perform quality checks on completed schematics to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain organized and accurate records of schematics and related documentation.
• Continuously improve skills and knowledge related to drafting and AutoCAD software.
• Assist the team with equipment drawings and installation/testing.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop accurate technical specifications and RFQ’s.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in drafting, preferably with mechanical systems.
• 3+ years of industry-related experience or an associate degree in a technical field.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and related software.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A willingness to learn and adapt to changing technologies and industry practices.
• Valid driver’s license.

Other Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in EPC organizations or construction-focused project environments.
• Experience with the installation, operation, or troubleshooting of industrial automation
• equipment.
• Extensive knowledge and proficiency with the company’s preferred software. (AutoCAD Electrical/Mechanical, Inventor and Revit) and the ability to learn new software quickly
• Ability to take direction from engineering team and work independently to design systems per
• Knowledge of relevant codes and standards.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

VoltaGrid is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. #GC

Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Title: MECHANICAL DESIGNER
Location: HOUSTON, TX
FLSA Class: EXEMPT
Responsible to: TEAM LEAD - DATA CENTER DESIGN

Position Summary:

This position is primarily responsible for the creation, organization, and dissemination of mechanical designs as needed by the Engineering team. Duties can involve some hands-on work, and document writing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Use Inventor/ AutoCad software to create detailed 3D designs for complex projects for turnkey
• power generation solutions.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other team members to develop accurate
• and complete schematics.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Perform quality checks on completed schematics to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain organized and accurate records of schematics and related documentation.
• Continuously improve skills and knowledge related to drafting and AutoCAD software.
• Assist the team with equipment drawings and installation/testing.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop accurate technical specifications and RFQ’s.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in drafting, preferably with mechanical systems.
• 3+ years of industry-related experience or an associate degree in a technical field.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and related software.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A willingness to learn and adapt to changing technologies and industry practices.
• Valid driver’s license.

Other Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in EPC organizations or construction-focused project environments.
• Experience with the installation, operation, or troubleshooting of industrial automation
• equipment.
• Extensive knowledge and proficiency with the company’s preferred software. (AutoCAD Electrical/Mechanical, Inventor and Revit) and the ability to learn new software quickly
• Ability to take direction from engineering team and work independently to design systems per
• project design specifications
• Knowledge of relevant codes and standards.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

VoltaGrid is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. #GC

Equal Opportunity Employer

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