Mechanical Engineer
BH-307961
Posted: 03/07/2025
- Competitive
- United States Texas Houston
- Contract
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Oil & Gas
Description:
Location: Initially based in Houston, TX for approximately 2-3 months. The position will transition to Sugar Land, TX thereafter.
Job Title: Piping Designer
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Piping Designer to join our dynamic team. The Senior Piping Designer will be responsible for leading a drafting team whose responsibility will be preparing layouts and designs of complex piping systems utilizing modeling software. They may occasionally be called upon to function as a Project Lead, Drafting Checker, or Coordinator on Projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
DESIGN
● Prepare complete design packages which may include, but not be limited to, preliminary, conceptual, and construction deliverables as well as engineering calculations.
● Prepare detailed drawings of parts and assemblies from layouts, designs and working drawings including necessary projections, sectional views and standard specifications.
● Interpret verbal or written direction to initiate a preliminary design.
● Assemble information and reference drawings from a variety of sources.
● Accomplished in equipment and piping layout from concept PFD & P&ID
● Check sketches and drawings for project applicability and optimal construction.
● Check and verify accuracy of drawings prepared by others.
● Achieve goals for the timely compilation of deliverables and drawings packages
● Interface with stress and pipe support engineers, construction, and suppliers during the preparation of piping designs for the purpose of model/space control, etc.
● Prepare parts lists, procurement lists, bills of material (BOM) and specifications when drawings are complete.
● Revise lists, drawings and BOM consistent with engineering changes.
DRAFTING
● Work experience in 2D detail drawings and drafting standards to complete IFA (Issued for Approval), IFB (Issued for Bid), IFC (Issued for Construction), IDC (Inter-Discipline Check) and As-built drawing packages in accordance with company standard drawing format and procedures.
● Responsible for the development and maintenance of 3D models / 2D drawings based on the scope of delivery for gas processing skids
● Development / configuration of smart 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings for complete gas processing packages (Isometrics, P&IDs, General Arrangement, I&E drawings, etc.)
● Design and specification of technical components, assemblies and systems using CAD software
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
● Minimum 10 years’ experience in drafting mechanical components, layouts, assemblies, fabrication drawings, and/or packaged skid units
● Proficient software experience preferred/required with PDMS (AVEVA E3D), AutoCad and Microsoft Office is required.
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
● Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
● Experience in 2D and 3D, paper / model space, dynamic blocks, xrefs, layering, plot styles, etc..
● Competent in developing and updating Site Plans, Equipment Plans, Piping Plans and Elevations, Piping Isometric Drawings, and 3D Models.
● MUST have the knowledge of what is required to design and draft a piping project from start to finish.
● Be a self-starter, manage your time well, and be able to work with little to no direction.
● Ability and knowledge to set-up, maintain, and document company drafting and design standards.
● Also be able to understand and apply the customers drafting / design standards to drawings and models as required.
● Requires effective time management skills, personal conduct, and change management abilities.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Location: Initially based in Houston, TX for approximately 2-3 months. The position will transition to Sugar Land, TX thereafter.
Job Title: Piping Designer
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Piping Designer to join our dynamic team. The Senior Piping Designer will be responsible for leading a drafting team whose responsibility will be preparing layouts and designs of complex piping systems utilizing modeling software. They may occasionally be called upon to function as a Project Lead, Drafting Checker, or Coordinator on Projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
DESIGN
● Prepare complete design packages which may include, but not be limited to, preliminary, conceptual, and construction deliverables as well as engineering calculations.
● Prepare detailed drawings of parts and assemblies from layouts, designs and working drawings including necessary projections, sectional views and standard specifications.
● Interpret verbal or written direction to initiate a preliminary design.
● Assemble information and reference drawings from a variety of sources.
● Accomplished in equipment and piping layout from concept PFD & P&ID
● Check sketches and drawings for project applicability and optimal construction.
● Check and verify accuracy of drawings prepared by others.
● Achieve goals for the timely compilation of deliverables and drawings packages
● Interface with stress and pipe support engineers, construction, and suppliers during the preparation of piping designs for the purpose of model/space control, etc.
● Prepare parts lists, procurement lists, bills of material (BOM) and specifications when drawings are complete.
● Revise lists, drawings and BOM consistent with engineering changes.
DRAFTING
● Work experience in 2D detail drawings and drafting standards to complete IFA (Issued for Approval), IFB (Issued for Bid), IFC (Issued for Construction), IDC (Inter-Discipline Check) and As-built drawing packages in accordance with company standard drawing format and procedures.
● Responsible for the development and maintenance of 3D models / 2D drawings based on the scope of delivery for gas processing skids
● Development / configuration of smart 3D models and 2D fabrication drawings for complete gas processing packages (Isometrics, P&IDs, General Arrangement, I&E drawings, etc.)
● Design and specification of technical components, assemblies and systems using CAD software
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
● Minimum 10 years’ experience in drafting mechanical components, layouts, assemblies, fabrication drawings, and/or packaged skid units
● Proficient software experience preferred/required with PDMS (AVEVA E3D), AutoCad and Microsoft Office is required.
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
● Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
● Experience in 2D and 3D, paper / model space, dynamic blocks, xrefs, layering, plot styles, etc..
● Competent in developing and updating Site Plans, Equipment Plans, Piping Plans and Elevations, Piping Isometric Drawings, and 3D Models.
● MUST have the knowledge of what is required to design and draft a piping project from start to finish.
● Be a self-starter, manage your time well, and be able to work with little to no direction.
● Ability and knowledge to set-up, maintain, and document company drafting and design standards.
● Also be able to understand and apply the customers drafting / design standards to drawings and models as required.
● Requires effective time management skills, personal conduct, and change management abilities.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.