Mechanical Designer - Industrial

Baker Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Des Moines, Iowa is seeking a skilled Mechanical Designer to specialize in project design documentation for various industrial markets. The role requires a minimum of five years of related experience, proficiency in AutoCAD and Navisworks, and familiarity with piping design and 3D modeling. Responsibilities include producing detailed construction documents and developing design drawings for installations. The position offers an opportunity to work collaboratively within client teams and may involve travel to construction job sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of related experience required.
• Industrial experience preferred.
• Design/Build project experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce clear and detailed construction documents using CAD.
• Develop design drawings for engineering and installation of industrial systems.
• Create preliminary 3D models using AutoCAD.

Skills

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Hydronic and process piping design

3D BIM modeling

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

Two-year Associate’s degree in CAD design

Tools

AutoCAD MEP

Plant 3D

Smart PID

Job description

PURPOSE

The Mechanical Designer will specialize in project design documentation for the design build industry, with a focus on the food and beverage, refinery, research laboratories, agricultural, power, and other industrial markets. Performs related work as required.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Work with engineers to produce clear, complete, detailed and accurate construction documents, utilizing CAD software
• Develop design drawings for engineering, shop fabrication and field installation of industrial systems
• Produce general arrangement drawings for review by project team and customers and to be included in construction documents.
• Create preliminary 3D models using AutoCAD to show equipment, piping, and specialties for review by customers and use by detailers
• Develop 3D objects from cutsheets and submittals in AutoCAD as required for project design needs
• Stay updated with new technologies that innovate and improve CAD skills and processes by attending continuing education opportunities
• Coordinate with designers of other trades/business units

Minimum Education & Experience Required To Perform Essential Functions

• Minimum of five (5) years related experience
• Two-year Associate’s degree in CAD design preferred
• Industrial experience is preferred
• Design/Build project experience preferred
• Experienced with design of hydronic, process piping, and industrial process systems
• Proficient with AutoCAD and Navisworks
• Familiarity with process flow diagrams, Process and Instrumentation Drawing (P&IDs), General Arrangement Drawings, and 3D BIM modeling
• Experience with or ability to learn AutoCAD MEP, Plant 3D, Smart PID preferred

Mental And Physical Competencies Required To Perform Essential Functions

• Passion for Design/Construction
• Ability to work collaboratively with clients and Team Members at all levels of the company
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High level of concentration to mentally work through issues
• Ability to meet project deadlines
• Proven problem‑solving ability

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer
• Significant field and client interactions on construction job sites, which may require prolonged periods of standing, walking and/or climbing stairs
• Occasional exposure to variety of temperature and weather conditions
• Position may require travel

Baker Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Baker Group will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.