Mining & Minerals Plant Layout Specialist

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

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.