Mechanical Designer I

Job Title: Mechanical Designer I

Department: Mechanical Design

Reports To: Senior Mechanical Designer

Location: Houston, Texas

FLSA Status:

Summary: 

A Mechanical Designer I (D I) is responsible for developing initial layouts, overseeing revisions of existing computer aided design (CAD) files, and creating/manipulating drawings from conceptual markups or verbal instructions to the Company’s or Client’s requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Efficiently create and modify drawings and 3D models based on designer or engineering markups, ensuring strict adherence to company and client standards.


• Prepare all drawings and standards in full accordance with company and client requirements.


• Coordinate designs effectively with other disciplines, including civil, electrical, and GIS.


• Operate with minimal supervision, providing valuable guidance to junior drafting personnel.


• Rigorously review drawings for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with company design standards.


• Develop and implement new company design standards to enhance overall efficiency.


• Guarantee the quality of all work and meet required schedules for assigned tasks and projects.


• Support document control and organize drawing files for streamlined access and management.


• Actively participate in drawing reviews and coordination meetings.


• Exhibit a strong willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques and software.


• Strictly adhere to all corporate safety protocols.


• Some travel may be required.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Solid understanding of mechanical engineering concepts.


• Proficiency with CAD and other software packages in standalone configuration as well as network setups (e.g., AutoCAD,Plant 3D, CadWorx Plant, CadWorx P&ID, Isogen, Navisworks, Bluebeam, Google Earth).


• Ability to recognize design issues/conflicts and communicate to supervisor or more senior staff.


• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.


• Ability to organize and prioritize project workload.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Attention to detail and commitment to quality


• Team player – able to communicate and relate well with others.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.


• Occasional lifting of office supplies or equipment up to 20 pounds.


• Ability to move around the office for daily tasks and meetings.

Onward Solutions offers unprecedented opportunity for career advancement to those who seek reward for excellent performance, sound judgement and strong work ethic.  We envision a future where energy and associated infrastructure projects are delivered with unmatched safety, precision, reliability, and integrity. Our commitment to inclusion and diversity, and dedication to high ethical standards echoes throughout our workforce.

Benefits:

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision, basic life insurance, AD&D insurance, 401k, and PTO.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law.