POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Mechanical Designer 3

DEPARTMENT: Mechanical Design

REPORTS TO: Mechanical Design Supervisor

FLSA: Non-Exempt

WORK SCHEDULE: M-F 8:00am – 5:00pm

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Up to 20%

LOCATION: Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

MANAGEMENT: No

EEO: Professionals

JOB FAMILY: Professionals

A Little About Us:

ZAP is a full-service engineering, design, and construction management firm servicing the oil & gas, heavy industrial, mining, and manufacturing sectors. From our Bethlehem, Pennsylvania office, we execute heavy industry projects across North America spanning from California to Florida and Canada down to Mexico. Our projects range in size from simple engineering studies or maintenance repairs to full-scale design of large facilities. ZAP operates at a fast pace while providing a team-centric approach to our work.

About your role:

The Mechanical Designer is responsible for creating 3D models based on 3D scans, existing plant drawings, P&ID drawings, equipment flow diagrams and vendor drawings. Modeling will include new equipment, existing equipment, chutes, ducts, piping, existing steel and supporting steel. They coordinate with various disciplines to ensure accurate and comprehensive designs. Additionally, they prepare general arrangement drawings, mechanical design drawings, and demolition drawings, ensuring all output reflects the engineered design accurately.

Essential Duties and Major Responsibilities

3D Modeling

• Utilize 3D scans, existing plant drawings, P&ID’s and EFD’s.
• Create 3D Models from vendor drawings.
• Create 3D models of plant layouts, chutes, ducts, piping and structural steel.
• Coordinate with all disciplines to create an accurate and complete model.

Drawings

• Prepare 2D and 3D conceptual drawings to review with customers.
• Create general arrangement drawings from a 3D model.
• Create mechanical design drawings from a 3D model.
• Prepare drawings for bid, approval and construction. Drawings must contain all necessary and accurate information required for bidding, fabrication and erection.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Work Hours:

Company Hours This position works from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Hours vary and are dependent on business needs. 40-Hour Work Week Monday through Friday, Hours may vary with the workload. Evenings/Weekends/OT As needed to satisfy the requirements of the position.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Accrued PTO
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Basic Life / AD&D
• Voluntary Life / AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Aflac

Qualifications

Education: Associates Degree in related field required. Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field is preferred.

Type of Experience Needed to be Successful: 7+ years previous drafting or modeling experience utilizing AutoDesk products is required. 6 months – 3 years of leadership experience is required.

Specialized Skills: Basic understanding of heavy industrial plants, their requirements and how they operate. Able to accurately read and interpret existing plant, equipment, and structural drawings. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Exceptional problem-solving skills. Organization and effective time management. Project management and leadership skills. Must have a valid, active driver’s license and the ability to maintain a good driving record. Competent user of technology and software to execute daily tasks, including Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Outlook, and Excel. A working knowledge of CAD software, such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks, is necessary in this role.

Supervisory Expectations:

This job does not have direct supervisory responsibilities, however, this position leads, trains, and advises the manager.

Independence of Action

This position sets own goals and determines how to accomplish results with little or no guidance to follow, although precedents may exist, the supervisor provides broad guidance and overall direction.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

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