CAD Design Coordinator/Checker

Position Summary

Join a talented team of engineering professionals at Vogt Power International. Vogt is based in Louisville, KY and specializes in the design, manufacture and supply of equipment and solutions to the power generation industry.

We are an industry leader in heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs) with both domestic and international customers.

• Perform complete and thorough checking of Heat Recovery Steam Generator (HRSG) non-pressure assemblies, pressure parts, structural component assemblies and detail drawings of equipment.
• Checking to include validity of design, compatibility with adjacent components, drawing procedures, drawing standards and mathematical accuracy.
• When needed, assist with preparing or updating major component sub-assembly, sections and detail drawings, calculations, bill of materials and 3D models for Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSG) and associated equipment.
• Supervise the development of drawings, serve as a consultant to shops, sub-contractors and field personnel for projects.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Review project customer specifications
• Prepare major assembly, section and detail drawings and itemized bill of materials
• Coordinate with Project Design Lead on the project to which they are assigned
• Communicate and assist other departments with calculations and datasheets
• Develop and maintain 3D model of piping and equipment
• Generate weight calculations for parts, sub-assemblies and assemblies
• Participate in internal and customer 3D model walk-throughs
• Revise drawings
• Provide thorough checking of drawings and bill of materials
• Create project as-built drawings if required
• Assist in development of General Arrangements and Setting drawings
• Assist with review of vendor generated drawings
• Maintain knowledge of current designs, standards, and procedures
• Assist and instruct drafters in the use of standard and acceptable drafting techniques, detailing, manufacturing, and construction procedures for company products
• Follow internal standards, project contracts and specifications, and applicable codes and standards
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of internal design standards
• Provide support to the Project Engineer, Project Design Lead, and Product Engineer for shop and field issues
• Serve as consultant for shop and field questions
• Travel to jobsite(s) or vendor shops as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Requirements / Skills, Knowledge and Abilities :

High school diploma supplemented by college level engineering courses or associated degree in an engineering related field.

Associates degree or more is preferred. Demonstrated knowledge and technical competency may be substituted for the educational requirements

• Three years CAD design experience (HRSG CAD design or similar preferred)
• Experience with Autodesk suite of design software (AutoCAD, Plant3D, Navisworks, Revit, Inventor, etc.)
• Demonstrated excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated excellent analytical and computer skills required
• Knowledge of ASME codes and product application (preferred not required)
• Must be organized and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines

To provide greater transparency to candidates, we include base pay ranges for all US-based job postings that encompass all potential locations and levels for the open position.

Our base pay ranges are set based on the function, discipline, level and regional location and are benchmarked against companies in the same or similar industry.

Final offers may vary based on multiple factors, including; education, depth and relevance of work experience, relevant licenses and certifications, and may vary from the amounts listed in the job posting.

The base pay range for this CAD Design Coordinator / Checker role is $67, - $92, annually.