Mechanical Designer III - Utilities and Central Energy

POSITION SPECIFICATION

Position : Mechanical Designer III

Department : Utilities & Central Energy (UCE)

Reporting Relationship : Lead Designer, UCE

COMPANY BACKGROUND

KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.

Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit

www.kfi-eng.com

POSITION OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Mechanical Designer III plays a key role in the successful execution of projects, focusing primarily on the production of AutoCAD Plant 3D and Revit drawings. The Mechanical Designer III is responsible for producing quality construction documents and coordinating design work with other engineering disciplines. The successful candidate will also be expected to work within a team environment and collaborate with other project team members. The Mechanical Designer - Level III position is an advanced role focused on taking on significant responsibility in design tasks with an emphasis on independent work. This role involves completing design documents for assigned projects, mentoring junior designers, and contributing to project management.

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following :

• Layout and design mechanical systems for assigned projects
• General Arrangement Drawings
• P&ID preparation
• Construction Documents
• Creation of 3D-models and piping isometric drawings
• Perform design work on complex and diverse projects, often requiring multiple technologies
• Coordinate project design with other disciplines
• Perform accurate design calculations and measurements
• Conducts construction observations.
• Sizes and selects components for mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with others as a CAD and design resource and provide training when assigned
• Independently perform assigned layout work and Smart 3D Design tasks
• Train and mentor junior designers
• Design piping systems independently
• Conduct field visits and data collection
• Estimate project hours for own tasks
• Manage small projects independently
• Write specifications for review by Engineer of Record
• Represent the company at project meetings with approval
• Contribute to flowsheets and P&ID design
• Perform equipment sizing and selection
• Coordinate design with all stakeholders
• Apply advanced mechanical system design principles (chilled water, steam, etc.)
• Demonstrate proficiency in at least one specialized area : Plumbing Design, Piping Design, HVAC Design, Fire Protection Design, or General Arrangement Design.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

Agribusiness process plants

Preferred

Working Conditions

CORE BEHAVIORS

Accountable

Business Focus

Project Execution

Demonstrates Respect for Others

Team Player

Benefits

At KFI, our comprehensive benefit program provides our employees with the resources to support their health, wellness and financial well-being. Full-Time employees have access to :

Compensation

Compensation

$40.00-51.00 per hour. The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual qualifications, experience, work location, and education. This position is eligible for an annual bonus.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans and Disabilities

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