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Plant Design Designer IV at C&I Engineering

Posted in Architecture 30+ days ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: Louisville, Kentucky





Job Description:

This position receives technical guidance and administrative direction from the Chief Plant Design Engineer or designee. Prepares studies, sketches, drawings and models of equipment arrangements and piping layouts. Performs a variety of computer-based modeling, drafting, design and planning tasks on project(s) under the supervision of a more experienced Engineer or Designer. Participates in assignments and training that will develop work knowledge and abilities through the application of standard engineering and design techniques, procedures and criteria. Applies standard engineering and design techniques to solve complex design problems. All work is required to be performed in a safe manner. Industries served include refineries, chemical plants and other industrial facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:


  1. Prepares complete design packages, including construction scope of work, for routine projects that meet design intents and customer expectations. Designs are well coordinated with other departments.

  2. Identifies and obtains information needed from and by other departments for coordination purposes. Understands design authority of all engineering departments.

  3. Prepares models, drawings and design sketches using related documents.

  4. Uses vendor documents, coordination prints, surveys and models to check dimensions, determine interface points, determine physical space requirements, and provide information to other departments.

  5. Ensures accuracy, completeness and consistency in the work produced in concert with project team objectives and customer expectations.

  6. Works within engineering schedules and budgets to meet project objectives. Monitors and reports progress against plan.

  7. Creates plan of execution identifying the sequence of tasks, items for procurement cycle, and dependencies of information from others for routine projects. Works within project team to integrate department plan into a multi-discipline project plan of execution.

  8. Uses codes, standards and procedures identified by more senior engineers and designers to guide development of deliverables. Is aware of industry and client standards. Knows how to locate and apply current versions.

  9. Controls and coordinates multi-discipline usage of above ground physical space with other disciplines.

  10. Plans field trips and travels independently to gather field information for project team. Field verifies own designs.

  11. Interacts, coordinates and establishes trust with C&Is Clients. Contacts clients independently to obtain information or resolve design issues.

  12. Applies department-specific standards and procedures to design activities.

  13. With assistance, establishes project design basis and identifies design alternatives and their relative costs.

  14. Plans tasks for self and support staff. Follows through to ensure delegated tasks are completed satisfactorily.

  15. Takes notes to document discipline-specific issues, decisions and needs on projects. Documents all phone calls, field trips, meetings attended, etc. Proactively shares project information through both verbal and written communications.

  16. Consults with a more senior engineer or designer to ensure vendor submittals meet intended use. Participates in multi-discipline review of vendor documents. Assists in resolving conflicting comments. Considers costs associated with requested changes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Continued)


  1. Creates lists of deliverables and tasks, and estimates effort hours for same, based on project scope of work.

  2. Identifies, communicates and manages changes to project scopes. Communicates pertinent issues and trends appropriately.

  3. Coordinates with Project Controls to establish the level of input required for cost estimate bases. Prepares material take-offs and compiles material summary sheets. Verifies completeness of capital cost estimate compared to MTOs.

  4. Consults with a more senior engineer or designer to ensure designs are constructable. Considers construction techniques, limitations and relative costs.

  5. Ensures drafting meets client and C&I CAD standards. Interacts with C&I's clients to resolve CAD issues. Coordinates expectations with project team members and client coordinators.

  6. Proactively asks questions and shares pertinent information. Assists in training and development of others.

  7. Uses C&Is Engineering Instructions and Project Management Instructions and follows Project Procedures Manual.

  8. Provides constructive feedback to assist supervisor in Associate recognition and development.

  9. Provide construction support.

  10. Provides input to the CSA project lead for development of subcontract scopes including compiling team needs for field investigation and testing, including surveys, laser scanning, geotechnical reports and exploratory excavations.

  11. Provides input for construction sequence requirements (Pre-TAR, TAR, Post-TAR).

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Individual may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

All work is required to be performed in a safe manner.

Act for C&I and each client as a faithful agent or trustee, avoiding real or perceived conflicts of interest, deceptive acts and never breaching confidentiality.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides direction and monitoring of department project support staff.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform successfully in this position:

Reasoning Demonstrates the application of logical and scientific thinking to solve problems.


  • Collects data, establishes facts, and derives valid conclusions.

  • Organizes data in tabular or diagrammatic forms.

  • Able to deal with several abstract and defined variables simultaneously when solving practical problems and optimizing designs.

  • Correctly interprets technical instructions.

  • Capable of visualizing complex objects and spaces in three dimensions to solve design problems.

  • Capable of creating two dimensional construction drawings.

  • Breaks down complex tasks into discrete components.

  • Anticipates needs and logically prioritizes and sequences activities to achieve desired results.

Language Able to communicate effectively in a team environment.


  • Writes correspondence, technical instructions and status reports.

  • Listens and correctly interprets verbal direction.

  • Speaks with clear voice using good diction and grammar.

  • Reads and comprehends newspapers, technical articles, software application manuals and safety manuals.

  • Able to discuss tangible and abstract issues with small groups.

  • Uses good interpersonal skills to communicate effectively.

  • Able to effectively present information and respond to questions.

Mathematics Solves design problems using mathematical techniques.


  • Works with exponents, logarithms, linear equations, quadratic equations, plane and polar coordinate systems.

  • Uses trigonometric functions and vector operations.

  • Calculates percentages and ratios and uses fractions.

Technology Computer literate and applies technology to solve problems and complete tasks.


  • Experienced with word processing and spreadsheet applications.

  • Proficient using AutoCAD or Microstation.

WORK REQUIREMENTS:

Satisfactory performance of this position will require:


  • A normal work week includes 40 or more hours depending on project needs, inclusive of C&I Core Business Hours.

  • Additional weekend work and extended workday hours may be required to meet project commitments.

  • Overnight travel that could consist of several sequential days.

  • Travel to and from job site that could exceed the normal work day.

  • Occasionally working in an operating industrial plant including construction and start-up support. This may require extended out-of-town assignments.

  • Must comply with drug-free workplace requirements.

  • Must be able to obtain Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) and pass any background checks.

  • Performs work in a safe manner in accordance with C&I and client requirements.


TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Job qualifications are generally obtained from the following:


  • Graduation from a two-year technical college with specialized training in computer aided mechanical or architectural drafting and design, AND 11 years of related work experience.

OR, Graduation with a Bachelor's degree or higher from a four-year non-ABET accredited engineering program, OR, a bachelor's degree or higher from a four-year engineering technology program, AND nine years of related work experience.


  • Related work experience includes preparing construction documents in a multi-discipline engineering environment demonstrating a progressive increase in responsibility and technical difficulty of work.

  • Develops technical and leadership skills through independent self-development, formal training and on-the-job opportunities

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid Drivers License; SPED PPD Level 3 certification strongly encouraged.





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