Technical Designer I

Babcock & Wilcox; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Babcock & Wilcox is seeking a Technical Designer to work closely with engineers and project teams on utility boiler products and related equipment. The role uses AutoCAD and SolidWorks to create 2D layouts, 3D models, and assembly drawings, with BOM preparation and adherence to specs and standards.

The candidate should have an associate degree in drafting/design or equivalent, at least 1 year of experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in industrial/utility design/detailing.
• 1 year of experience preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is required.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or other 3D CAD packages is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Use 2D/3D CAD tools to create basic arrangement drawings and 3D models.
• Determine appropriate views and sections for clear information.
• Prepare BOMs for drawings and assemblies.
• Apply customer specs, company standards, and project procedures.
• Review vendor documents as needed.
• Perform routine calculations and verify drawings for dimensions and tolerances.
• Travel domestically to job sites with Senior Tech Designer; international travel may occur.
• Collaborate with global Tech Design team to meet project needs.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Critical thinking

Time management

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in drafting/design

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

The Technical Designer will require working closely with engineers, proposal managers, project managers, project engineers, and shop personnel. The scope of work includes utility boiler products as well as related auxiliary equipment such as flues and ducts, piping, fans, tanks, steel, etc.

DUTIES

• Utilize the latest 2D and 3D CADtechnology (such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks and/or E3D) to prepare basic arrangement drawings, 3D models and basic assembly/details drawings/models for basic component parts.
• Determine appropriate views, sections, and orientation on drawings to be made for the purpose of showing necessary information in the most effective manner.
• Prepare bill of materials of component parts for arrangement drawings and assembly/detail drawings.
• Apply information from customer specifications and contract information sheets, company standards, and procedures as directed.
• Review and apply information contained on vendor documents as needed per assignment.
• Make routine calculations as needed.
• Verify drawing accuracy concerning items such as dimensions, fits, and tolerances.
• As required, travel domestically to a job site with a Senior Technical Designer to perform an equipment walk-down to take field measurements and establish site specific requirements. Once experience and product knowledge is gained, travel internationally may be required.
• Work alongside and with a global Tech Design team to meet all project requirements.
• Perform all other duties as required

Qualifications

• Obtain a 2-year associate degree in drafting/design or equivalent experience in industrial/utility design/detailing
• One year experience preferred
• Proficiency in AutoCAD required
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or other 3D CAD packages is preferred.
• Excellent critical thinking, time management, and organizational skills.
• Detail oriented, demonstrating excellent written and verbal communication skills.