Mechanical Designer (15887)

Pantex Plant - Oak Ridge, TN

Full-time - Senior

Oak Ridge, TN

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

Mechanical Designer for Y-12 will be responsible for producing CAD drawings of HVAC Systems and Fire Sprinkler Systems in support of nuclear and non-nuclear projects at the Y-12 National Security Complex. Designer will prepare conceptual design and construction output documents to include the following: Installation Drawings (HVAC and Fire Sprinkler), Man-hour estimates, Bills of material for cost estimating, Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder to complete field walkdowns. The Mechanical Designer will be responsible for interpreting, organizing, and executing assignments and engineering designs for HVAC Systems and Fire Sprinkler Systems. The candidate will be expected to assist in gathering field data unique to each project. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, 3D Modeling, 2D CAD drafting, field walk downs, drawing layout, multi-discipline coordination, interference evaluation, and interfacing with AE firms. The designer must be proficient with developing drawings (plans, sections, details, Ventilation & Instrumentation Diagrams, and Airflow Diagrams) and providing general notes on design drawings.

Responsibilities

• Produce CAD drawings of HVAC Systems and Fire Sprinkler Systems.
• Prepare conceptual design and construction output documents.
• Create Installation Drawings (HVAC and Fire Sprinkler).
• Estimate man-hours and prepare bills of material for cost estimating.
• Conduct field walkdowns and gather field data.
• Perform 3D Modeling and 2D CAD drafting.
• Coordinate multi-discipline efforts and evaluate interferences.
• Interface with AE firms and provide general notes on design drawings.

Requirements

• Ten or more years of progressive, relevant experience in HVAC and/or Fire Sprinkler System Design.
• Technical knowledge of related engineering systems, applications of engineering and construction methods and materials.
• Ability to plan, self-perform tasks and multi-task on multiple projects.
• Ability to present information clearly and effectively through oral and written communication.
• Ability to coordinate verification and validation of documents with technical and operations personnel.
• Ability to develop and maintain historical information.
• Ability to prepare, interpret, maintain, and incorporate requirements of technical drawings and operating documents.

Nice-to-haves

• Associate Degree and/or relevant education in a related discipline.
• Experience with 3D modeling.
• Experience with Smart Plant 3D software.
• Nuclear related design experience in an NRC or DOE regulated environment.
• Knowledgeable in DOE standards, including DOE O 420.1C, Facility Safety and DOE STD 1066-2016, Fire Protection.
• Familiarity with HASS fire protection hydraulic calculation program.
• Familiarity with Trane Trace or similar programs.

Benefits

• Medical plan
• Prescription drug plan
• Vision plan
• Dental plan
• Employer matched 401(k) savings plan
• Disability coverage
• Education reimbursement
• Onsite workout facilities
• Onsite cafeterias