Mechanical Designer

FootBridge; Narrows (VA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Mechanical Designer to develop comprehensive mechanical design packages. This role requires a strong background in industrial design, with a focus on creating detailed mechanical drawings and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. You will work closely with project managers and other disciplines, exercising independent judgment and contributing to a culture of safety and continuous improvement. If you have a passion for design and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 15-20 years of practical industrial design experience required.
• Knowledge of industrial processes and design codes essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical design packages with complete sets of mechanical drawings.
• Interface with other disciplines to develop mechanical design deliverables.

Skills

Industrial Design

Mechanical Drawing

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Self-motivation

Education

Associates Degree in Design or Engineering

Tools

Microstation

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

This range is provided by FootBridge. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$40.00/hr - $50.00/hr

Title: Mechanical Designer

Location: Narrows, VA

Duration: 6+ Months, Contract to hire

Expected work schedule: 40+ hrs per week

Responsibilities:

• Develop mechanical design packages with complete sets of mechanical drawings involving modified or original designs. Performs assignments requiring considerable field design/drafting experience and the use of mathematical skills to compute weights, dimensions, quantities of materials, etc. Ability to obtain data from field observations.
• Works from sketches and verbal information supplied by Project Managers/Area representatives to develop sketches or drawings with appropriate views, details, and supplementary information to complete assignments.
• Prepares mechanical designs that comply with applicable design codes, standard engineering practices (SEPs), RAGAGEPs, engineering design sketches, fabrication and constructability requirements, and clearness/completeness of drafting presentation.
• Self-directed position. Exercises independent judgment in selecting and interpreting data based on knowledge of the design intent and select required information from existing drawings, manufacturer’s catalogues, technical guides, codes, standards, SEPs, RAGAGEPs, field survey notes, etc.
• Keep the Project Manager/Area representative informed of progress, design issues, and/or changes that might impact schedule or man-hour budgets.
• Interface with other disciplines as required in order to effectively and efficiently develop mechanical design deliverables.
• As needed, function as a design reviewer assuring compliance with engineering design sketches and calculations, applicable design codes, fabrication and constructability, industry standards, clearness, completeness/ dimensional accuracy of the design, and drafting presentation.
• Support and participate in activities that enhance the current Safety Culture at the Site.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Design or Engineering preferred
• 15-20 years of practical industrial design experience, with machine design experience preferred
• Knowledge of industrial processes, fabrication and construction techniques, equipment, design philosophies, codes, industry standards, and practices.
• Familiar with Industrial Facility safety policies and procedures.
• Self-starter and highly motivated, with minimum supervision.
• Thoroughly knowledgeable of the types of construction drawings and details required by their discipline.
• Effective communication, organizational, designing, and "people" skills.
• A commitment to continuous process improvement.
• Familiar with Microstation/AutoCAD and MS Office software. 3D Modeling a plus

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design and Engineering