Job Description

**Job Title: CAD Designer – ETO

Location:** Houston, TX 77072

Work Arrangement: Hybrid – In Office on Monday and Wednesday and every other Friday

Employment Type: Contract

Duration: 12 Months

Pay Rate: $45–$63/Hr.

Position Overview

The Mechanical / Structural Designer will support Engineers and the Engineering Manager by independently providing 3D models, drawings, and equipment BOMs according to customer requirements. The role will support mechanical, piping, and structural scopes of work for Hyperscale Data Center Modules while ensuring designs meet customer requirements and applicable industry standards.

The Mechanical / Structural Designer will also support service personnel in solving problems by simulating issues in drawings, work on simple Engineering Work Requests, and comply with all departmental Work Instructions and Engineering Standards.

Skills Required

Primary Skills:

• Mechanical, Piping, and Structural Design

• CAD Design

• 3D Modeling

• Autodesk AutoCAD

• SolidWorks

• Autodesk Revit

• BIM

• Engineering Drawings and BOMs

• Mechanical and Structural Detailing

Secondary Skills:

• Navisworks Manager / Freedom

• Autodesk BIM 360

• SAP Engineering Modules

• Material Take-Offs (MTOs)

• Hyperscale Data Centers

• Piping Isometrics and Layouts

• OSHA Standards

• Microsoft Office 365

• PDF Editing Software

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide and check drawings / BOM as per customer requirements.

• Prepare bulk MTOs (Material Take Offs) and detailed BOMs (Bill of Materials) with no supervision from Engineer (preferred).

• Ensure drawings follow the Engineering and QA/QC standards.

• Prepare and complete various Mechanical, Piping, Structural deliverable drawings and documents such as piping layout/general arrangements, piping isometrics, piping schedule, piping tie-point/interface drawings, piping insulation details, structural general arrangement drawings, structural weld details/notes, structural connection detail drawings, foundation support details, equipment mounting/support details, pipe support details, weight/COG reports, manual valve list, HVAC ducting, instrumentation, flow diagrams, Process and Instrument Diagrams, pump alignment drawings, handrails/ladders, walkways, and stairs as per OSHA, platform and grating detailed drawings, etc.

• Supervise the outsourcing of engineering design work to 3rd party engineering/design firms.

• Review, as required, vendor data and drawings to ensure compliance with client specifications or applicable standards.

• Produce report data from models and assist in providing necessary design information to Project/Client/Third Party, as required.

• Provide “Lessons learned” feedback and utilize findings from the process to update tools and procedures.

• Create and check drawings/designs, interface communication, and ensure the accuracy, reliability, efficiency, and safety of mechanical, piping, and structural scopes of work for Hyperscale Data Center Modules.

• Support service personnel in solving problems by simulating problems in drawings.

• Work on simple Engineering Work Requests while complying with departmental Work Instructions and Engineering Standards.

• Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and analysis of factual information.

Minimum Qualifications

Educational:

• Technical Certification in the applicable design discipline or a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical, piping, and structural scopes of work.

• Ability to produce drawings and sketches to illustrate designs and ideas.

• Experience working with computer-aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) software.

• Understanding of the purpose of electrical systems for facilities.

• General knowledge of industry standards, codes, and regulations.

• Fluency, both written and verbal, in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with high-density data centers and hyperscale environments.

• Experience preparing bulk MTOs and detailed BOMs independently without Engineer supervision.

• Experience with engineering design outsourcing and third-party engineering/design firms.

• Strong knowledge of applicable industry standards and codes, including:

  • AHRI – Air-Conditioning, Heating, & Refrigeration Institute

  • ANSI – American National Standards Institute

  • AWS – American Welding Society

  • IBC – International Building Code

  • MFMA – Metal Framing Manufacturers Association

  • MSS – Manufacturers Standardization Society (Valves and Fittings Industry)

  • OSHA – Occupational Safety and Health Administration

  • NFPA – National Fire Protection Association

Computer Skills

Mastery Knowledge and Proficiency In:

• Microsoft Office 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)

• PDF Editor (Adobe, Foxit, or other equivalent)

• SolidWorks

• Autodesk AutoCAD

• Navisworks Manager / Freedom

Operational Knowledge In:

• SAP (ERP Tool with Engineering Modules and Transactions)

• Autodesk Revit

• Autodesk BIM 360

General Qualifications

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Performs well under pressure in high-stress environments.

• Extremely comfortable with task switching as priorities change.

• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients.

• Ability to think creatively and identify opportunities to enhance the client experience.

• Strong work ethic and maintains a high level of quality of work and due diligence.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with a cross-functional team.

Communication Skills

• Express complex ideas effectively in both individual and group situations.

• Organize and express ideas clearly in written documents.

• Demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills when working with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

Employee benefits may include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), a 401(k)-retirement plan, and paid sick leave, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and company policy. Eligibility and benefit offerings may vary based on employment status and work location.

EEOC Compliance

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.