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4P Consulting Inc.

Mechanical Designer

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A Mechanical or Electrical Drafter prepares detailed drawings needed to manufacture or repair machinery and equipment, with dimensions and other specific engineering data. Uses computer aided design software. May create diagrams for products that include mechanical and electronic components, such as cars or computers, or prepare the diagrams used to install wiring and electrical equipment in buildings or in electrical distribution systems.

$71,545 / year median in Alabama

-4% projected decline

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Job Description

Mechanical Designer 4P Consulting Inc. Birmingham, AL Job Details Full-time 8 hours ago Qualifications Estimating material requirements from blueprints Industrial equipment design 3D modeling software Industrial construction experience Employee relationship building 3D modeling for product design Isometric projection Mechanical drawings Construction drawing review Design engineering Vendor communication 2D CAD drafting Industrial equipment 3D modeling Design of mechanical systems Piping diagrams drawing Mechanical knowledge Stakeholder relationship building
Full Job Description Client:
Southern Company Services Title:
Mechanical Designer Location:
3535 Colonnade Pkwy, Birmingham, AL 35243
Duration:
1 year
Job Overview & Requirements Position Requirement:
The Mechanical Designer-Piping SR 3 position requires 10+ years of related experience. Key Responsibilities Providing 3D Piping/equipment designs for retrofit, environmental and new generation projects. Producing 2D orthographic and isometric drawings, P&IDs, pipe support designs and 3D models. Working with engineers and other designers of various disciplines to ensure safe, effective and efficient designs. Knowing applicable codes and standards and applying them in work situations. Gathering field data to support development of deliverables. Preparing material take-offs, sizing and selection of piping components. Leading multi-discipline technical teams on a project and review and development of general arrangements. Skillsets and Expertise Required Intermediate design experience in mechanical piping systems and design related to the new construction and / or retrofit of power generation facilities (or other similar heavy industrial facilities). Proficient in using 3D modeling tools for piping system layout and designs. Autodesk Plant 3D design tool experience is highly desired. Experience in production of 2D orthographic and isometric drawings, P&ID's, pipe supports and 3D piping and equipment models. Experience checking design drawings and documents. Experience preparing material take-offs. Demonstrated technical background in basic piping construction techniques, practices and concepts. Pipe/material selection and valve selection knowledge. Highly efficient in multi-concurrent large projects. Able to work with minimal instruction and guidance. Self-motivated and a good team player. Good organizational skills. Experience with construction support. Experience with reviewing and developing general arrangements. The ability to build effective relationships with plant staff, design engineering staff and/or Vendors