Mechanical Designer - Aviation & Federal (Kansas City)

Description

An Assistant Mechanical Designer will assist in various phases of planning, site evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, specifications, and preparation of proposal and construction documentation and mechanical plans as part of a project team. This position will work on various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

Assist in performing a variety of routine assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, incorporating various system components, and refining rough sketches. Follow all company, client and project design and drafting standards.

Assist in producing complete HVAC flow diagrams, plumbing riser diagrams, PFDs, and P&IDs from verbal or written descriptions from the design engineer.

Apply basic formulas, principles and practices, and use acquired knowledge of fundamental concepts and practices pertaining to the mechanical discipline.

Work collaboratively utilizing design systems for the production of mechanical design deliverables.

Assist with a full range of drawing production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.

Assist with initial rough designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups on ongoing projects.

Assist with analyzing reports, drawings, and tests, to plan and design projects.

Apply design codes and specifications related to design requirements.

Complete and review design drawings within scope, budget and schedule. Perform project tasks and assignments within budgeted hours and deadlines.

Incorporate schedules, budgets and project criteria into mechanical design and layouts.

Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field and 2 years related experience required or

Associate Degree and 3 years related experience required or

4 years of progressive detailing and design experience required

Strong understanding of design software such as : Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Excel to develop the design deliverables. Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs.

Ability to utilize both 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings.

General knowledge in mechanical design, calculations and systems.

Basic knowledge in the theory and practices of engineering discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks.

Ability to work collaboratively with others (Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.

Excellent written & verbal communication skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO / Disabled / Veterans

Job Computer Aided Drafting & Design

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Schedule : Full-time

Travel : Yes, 5 % of the Time

Req ID : 250443

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JNH #A&F