Mechanical Designer

Title: Mechanical Designer

Location: 3535 Colonnade Pkwy, Birmingham, AL 35243

Duration: 1 year

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