Entry-Level Mechanical Drafter/Designer

Sargent & Lundy - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Chicago, IL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Entry-Level Mechanical Drafter/Designer position at Sargent & Lundy involves working within the Energy & Industrial Group to deliver advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation and environmental compliance. The role focuses on developing mechanical physical layout drawings in a 3-D model, participating in the design of mechanical systems, and collaborating with multi-disciplined engineering teams to ensure timely and complete design deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical physical layout drawings in a 3-D model.
• Design mechanical systems and troubleshoot various mechanical design issues.
• Utilize 3D modeling software tools to generate mechanical design schematics.
• Coordinate detailed design phases for an integrated mechanical design model.
• Support other designers and project team members to ensure timely design completion.
• Plan and execute mechanical design deliverables, including general arrangements and piping isometrics.
• Assist senior designers and engineers in field walkdowns and data gathering at client facilities.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced drafters and designers.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in drafting or a high school diploma with 1 or more years of drafting coursework or equivalent technical experience.
• Knowledge of detailed physical design in mechanical general arrangements and piping systems.
• Proficiency with design software tools for executing 3D plant layout models.
• Experience in reviewing mechanical equipment and coordinating associated deliverables.
• Ability to interface with engineering and design teams of other disciplines.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or a related degree.
• Proficiency with MicroStation.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Health savings account
• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Employee discount
• Bereavement leave
• Referral program