Mechanical Detailer - Aviation & Federal (Kansas City)

Burns & McDonnell; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Mechanical Detailer in Kansas City. The role involves preparing detailed drawings and collaborating with engineers on diverse projects. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience with design software. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field and 2 years related experience required.
• Associate Degree and 3 years related experience required.
• High School Diploma/GED and 4 years progressive detailing and design experience required.
• Strong understanding of design software required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and preparing detailed drawings.
• Collect initial drawings, calculations, and design ideas.
• Produce complete HVAC flow diagrams and PFDs.
• Coordinate with engineers and project managers.
• Execute design changes and project drawing revisions.

Skills

Design software proficiency

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field

Associate Degree

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Excel

Job description

Description

A Mechanical Detailer will assist with plans and prepare non-routine drawings with complex features using information from rough sketches, detailed engineering notes or brief verbal guidance. This position will work on various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

• Assist in planning and preparing detailed drawings by applying standardized drawing techniques from detailed sketches, verbal instructions and notes under the direction of an engineer.
• Collect initial drawings, calculations and design ideas from engineers, and combine relevant data into coherent and complete initial design models for review and modification.
• Assist in producing complete HVAC flow diagrams, plumbing riser diagrams, PFDs, and P&IDs from verbal or written descriptions from the design engineer.
• Assist in coordinating with engineers and project managers to understand project requirements and verify design details according to company standards and best practices.
• Assist in providing a range of drawing production work including problem analysis, layout, detailing, and drafting on projects of substantial variety and complexity.
• Assist in drafting activities with designers and drafters in other disciplines.
• Communicate and correspond with internal design resources and external clients and personnel.
• Execute design changes and project drawing revisions.
• Maintain CAD proficiency and work toward mastering current CAD systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field and 2 years related experience required or
• Associate Degree and 3 years related experience required or
• High School Diploma/GED and 4 years progressive detailing and design experience required
• Strong understanding of design software such as: Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Excel to develop the design deliverables. Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs.
• Ability to utilize both 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings.
• Basic knowledge in mechanical systems and exposure to calculations.
• Basic knowledge in the theory and practices of engineering discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and
• capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others (Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detail.

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