Senior Mechanical Designer 1 - Energy & Industrial

Sargent Lundy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled mechanical designer to join their dynamic team. This exciting role offers the chance to work on diverse engineering projects, focusing on the development of mechanical systems and 3D modeling. You'll collaborate with multi-disciplined teams, troubleshoot complex design issues, and mentor junior designers. With a hybrid work arrangement, you can enjoy flexibility while contributing to impactful projects in the energy and industrial sectors. If you have a passion for mechanical design and a desire to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

Generous Paid Time Off

Work-Life Balance Support

Competitive Benefits

Qualifications

• 10+ years of mechanical design experience with a focus on piping systems.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software for plant layout design.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical layout drawings and design schematics.
• Coordinate design phases and support project team members.

Skills

Mechanical Design

3D Modeling

Troubleshooting

Drafting Tools

Interdisciplinary Coordination

Education

Associate's Degree in Drafting

High School Diploma with Drafting Coursework

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

Description

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

• As a member of the mechanical design team, this position will offer you the opportunity to work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams in developing mechanical physical layout drawings in a 3-D model.
• Challenging assignments that include the design of mechanical systems, and investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of mechanical design issues.
• Utilize 3D modeling software tools to generate mechanical design schematics.
• Participate in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of an integrated mechanical design model.
• Provide support to other designers and project team members in order to ensure a complete and timely design.
• Independently and as a member of a design team, plan and execute mechanical design deliverables, such as general arrangements, piping isometrics, piping composites, pipe support drawings, and equipment location drawings.
• Accompany engineers in field walkdowns and data gathering at client facilities.
• Provide guidance to others in the use of drafting tools, and also as a mentor in the development of less experienced drafters and designers.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• An Associate's Degree in drafting, or a high school diploma and 1 or more years drafting course work or equivalent technical experience.
• 10 or more years of detailed physical design experience in the development of mechanical general arrangements, piping systems, and supports.
• Proficiency with design software tools in executing 3D plant layout models.
• Experience in the review of mechanical equipment, including outlines and interface points, and coordinating and developing the associated deliverables.
• Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines in the power plant design process.

Valued but not required experience:

• Proficiency with MicroStation.
• Experience with Laser Scanning and working with Point Clouds.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits.

Compensation Range

$73,290.00 - $112,860.00

About This Business Unit

The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities.

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.