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Mechanical Designer

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What they do

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.

$74,949 / year median in Louisiana

-6% projected decline

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Job Description

Mechanical Designer Client:
Refinery Location:
Meraux, La Duration:
2 years plus
Benefits:
Health, Vision, Dental, 401
K, Paid Time Off Job Responsibilities :
Prepare engineering drawings for construction and fabrication work including detailed drawings, as-builts, schematics and flow diagrams, P&ID's and piping isometric drawings Provide a full range of drawing production work including problem analysis, design layout, and calculations Work with other disciplines on the project Provide advanced CADWorx drafting and design services by preparing and maintaining mechanical and piping engineering drawings for use in fabrication and construction Prepare CADWorx 3D designs from general instruction and/or preliminary sketches, diagrams, or schematics Travel to field to make field sketches, take dimensions, and notes for drawing accuracy and climb ladders, stairs, and pipe racks at these locations Prepare Line Lists, Manual Valve Lists, Drawings Lists Qualifications & Skills for S uccess: Minimum of 3 years of experience working drafting and design in petrochemical industry (preferred) Knowledgeable of various petrochemical standards and codes: ANSI, ASME, PFI, etc. #INDG