Mid-level Plant Designer – Mining and Minerals

drawbridge; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Drawbridge is seeking an experienced Plant Designer to join our mining and minerals engineering team in Colorado. You will lead 3D plant layouts, equipment arrangements, and CAD models for large-scale facilities from early design through construction support.

The role requires strong collaboration across disciplines, proficiency in AutoCAD and Plant 3D, and the ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of plant design experience in industrial facilities.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, drafting principles, design standards, and construction documentation.
• Experience coordinating with multiple engineering disciplines in a 3D modeling environment.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD (2020 or newer).
• Experience with CADWorx and/or Autodesk Plant 3D.
• Ability to read, interpret, and utilize engineering documents.
• Knowledge of construction practices for industrial facilities.
• Knowledge of NI 43-101 and/or SK1300 reporting is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare plant layouts, equipment arrangements, 2D drawings, and 3D design models for mining and minerals processing facilities.
• Support project planning activities by collaborating with engineers, project managers, and other design professionals.
• Contribute to PFDs, facility layouts, and equipment general arrangements during early project phases.
• Create and maintain detailed CAD models and construction drawings.
• Navigate and review 3D models to identify interferences, improve constructability, and ensure design quality.
• Design complex mechanical systems and components with minimal supervision.
• Assist with material requisitions, bid evaluations, and procurement support activities.
• Participate in model reviews, constructability reviews, and interdisciplinary coordination meetings.
• Develop and maintain drafting standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Conduct occasional site visits to support construction activities, resolve field issues, and interpret design documents.
• Prepare progress reports and design documentation as required.

Skills

3D modeling

Plant layouts

Interdisciplinary coordination

Engineering drawings

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in CAD/Drafting/Engineering Tech

Tools

AutoCAD 2020+

CADWorx / Autodesk Plant 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Plant Designer – Mining & Minerals

Location: Greenwood Village, Colorado
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: Mid-Level

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Plant Designer to join a growing engineering team supporting mining, minerals processing, materials handling, and refining projects. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex industrial facilities from early-stage design through detailed engineering and construction support.

The ideal candidate will have strong 3D modeling and plant layout experience, a solid understanding of mechanical systems, and the ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and prepare plant layouts, equipment arrangements, 2D drawings, and 3D design models for mining and minerals processing facilities.
• Support project planning activities by collaborating with engineers, project managers, and other design professionals.
• Contribute to Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), facility layouts, and equipment general arrangements during early project phases.
• Create and maintain detailed CAD models and construction drawings.
• Navigate and review 3D models to identify interferences, improve constructability, and ensure design quality.
• Design complex mechanical systems and components with minimal supervision.
• Assist with material requisitions, bid evaluations, and procurement support activities.
• Participate in model reviews, constructability reviews, and interdisciplinary coordination meetings.
• Develop and maintain drafting standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Conduct occasional site visits to support construction activities, resolve field issues, and interpret design documents.
• Prepare progress reports and design documentation as required.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Drafting Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in plant design, industrial facilities, mining, minerals processing, or related industries.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, drafting principles, design standards, and construction documentation.
• Experience coordinating with multiple engineering disciplines in a 3D modeling environment.
• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD (2020 or newer).
• Experience with CADWorx and/or Autodesk Plant 3D.
• Demonstrated ability to create and manage detailed 3D plant models in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Experience modeling mechanical equipment and coordinating interfaces with piping, structural, civil, and electrical disciplines.
• Ability to read, interpret, and utilize engineering documents and drawings developed by other project teams.
• Knowledge of engineering materials and construction practices relevant to industrial facilities.
• Familiarity with NI 43-101 and/or SK1300 reporting requirements is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Additional Requirements

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Ability to meet project schedules and work occasional overtime when required.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally on occasion (up to 10%).

What You'll Gain

• Opportunity to work on large-scale mining and minerals projects.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary engineering and advanced 3D design technologies.
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional growth and technical development.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.