What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Designer position at Lorenz Engineering, a division of The Salem Group?
Mechanical Designer
Rincon, GA
A Mechanical Designer with 5 to 10 years of experience as a P&ID Developer is responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) that illustrate the flow of fluids, control systems, and equipment in industrial processes. They work closely with engineering teams to ensure the safe and efficient operation of complex systems.
Responsibilities
- P&ID Development: Create and update P&IDs using industry-standard software, such as AutoCAD, to accurately represent the layout and functionality of piping, equipment, and instrumentation in industrial processes.
- Collaboration: Work closely with mechanical engineers, process engineers, and other stakeholders to understand the requirements for P&IDs and ensure that they meet design specifications.
- Documentation: Generate detailed and clear P&ID documentation, including equipment symbols, instrument details, piping layouts, and control loops.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that P&IDs comply with safety regulations, industry standards, and project-specific requirements.
- Component Selection: Collaborate with engineers to select appropriate piping materials, valves, instruments, and other components based on design and operational requirements.
- Change Management: Manage changes to P&IDs by documenting and tracking revisions, and ensuring that all stakeholders are informed of updates.
- Quality Control: Review and validate P&IDs for accuracy and completeness, ensuring that they are consistent with project goals and safety guidelines.
- As-Built Documentation: Create as-built P&IDs to reflect the actual configuration of systems after construction or modifications.
- Communication: Clearly communicate design concepts and modifications to team members and project stakeholders.
- Training and Support: Provide training and support to less experienced team members and drafters in P&ID development.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, mechanical design, or a related field.
- 5-10 years of experience in mechanical design with a focus on P&ID development for industrial processes.
- Proficiency in P&ID software, such as AutoCAD P&ID or similar tools.
- In-depth understanding of industrial processes, equipment, and instrumentation.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards related to P&ID development.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate and high-quality P&IDs.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in P&ID software, such as AutoCAD P&ID or similar tools.
- In-depth understanding of industrial processes, equipment, and instrumentation.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards related to P&ID development.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering accurate and high-quality P&IDs.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with additional design software.
- Familiarity with project management tools.
PPE:
- Hard Hat
- Safety Eye Protection
- Hearing Protection
- Safety toe boots/shoes with a defined heel
- Cotton Clothing
Lorenz Engineering Benefit Summary
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