Job Description
The purpose of this position is to provide essential technical knowledge and perform design work as described below. This position serves as a staff designer performing assignments of intermediate complexity.
• Under direct supervision of the Discipline Lead Engineer or Design Supervisor, prepare and check designs of intermediate complexity utilizing 3D modeling and 2D computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) automation tools
• Coordinate technical issues with other disciplines, project management, vendors and clients
• Execute work in compliance with Project Quality Plan and procedures
• Execute work in accordance with the approved project scope, cost and schedule baselines
• Perform bulk material take-off analysis and tabulations
• Provide technical support to activities associated with equipment and material procurement and subcontracting including review of vendor submittals
• Provide technical support to activities associated with construction administration including response to construction requests-for-information and field changes
• Other duties as assigned
Requirements
• Associate degree in related technical field of study and minimum ten (10) years of work- related experience
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Working knowledge of applicable federal (including Department of Energy orders), state, and local codes and standards
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to project management, coworkers, clients, vendors, and subcontractors
• Knowledge of discipline codes and standards
• Ability to perform work in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal codes, statutes and guidelines
• Intermediate computer and software skills to include proficiency in the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs
• Experience providing engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services on industrial projects
• Proficiency executing engineering projects utilizing 3D modeling and 2D CADD automation tools in a multi-discipline environment
• Background and experience must include drafting/designer experience in engineering fields, such as piping, electrical, mechanical, structural, communications, architectural, fire protection or civil
• Proficiency in computer aided design utilizing Bentley MicroStation with demonstrated experience to originate and produce drawings with minimum supervision required
• Proficiency in 3D modeling using Intergraph Smart3D (S3D) with minimum 3 years of experience
• Produce and check complex piping drawings including plot plans, piping plans, isometrics and sketches
• Provide assistance to construction and pipe fabrication personnel
Preferred
• Experience with design of systems, structures and components for nuclear facilities under the requirements of ASME NQA-1
• Knowledge of commercial availability and cost of materials
• Practical field experience
• EPC project experience for the following industries:
− U.S Department of Energy or other U.S. Federal Government Agency
− Nuclear facilities under a nuclear quality assurance program
− Manufacturing, pharmaceutical or biotechnology
• Advanced knowledge of:
− Intergraph SmartPlant Review software
− Piping design requirements (equipment arrangement, piping layout, stress requirements, and material requirements)
• Working knowledge of and ability to interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID), update master P&ID and pipe line list
Compensation & Benefits
Professional Hourly Rate: $78-$90
Note: Rate is negotiable depending on qualifications and benefits + travel expenses selected
Insurance: Medical + Dental + Vision + Disability
401k: 4% point-for-point contribution match after six months of employment
Expense Reimbursement: Expense reimbursement is available for out-of-town candidates. Expenses are reimbursed per U.S. GSA FY 2026 per diem rates for Aiken/Greenville, South Carolina ($178/day)