Our Client is a woman-owned small business based in Knoxville, TN, providing multi-disciplinary engineering services to sectors including petrochemical, nuclear, energy, defense, and manufacturing. We excel in process design, safety analysis, project engineering, and technical staff augmentation, working collaboratively across chemical, mechanical, civil, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Mechanical Designer to support the development of complex mechanical systems and equipment for industrial and government (DoD/DOE) projects.
This role focuses on producing high-quality 3D models, fabrication packages, and plant layouts while ensuring compliance with ASME codes and applicable Federal, State, and Local standards, including DOE Orders.
A strong working proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD Plant 3D is essential for success in this role, particularly for plant layout, piping systems, and equipment modeling in highly regulated environments.
Job requirements:
Key Responsibilities
• Produce 3D equipment models and build-to-print fabrication packages for specialty and first-of-a-kind equipment using CAD software (Revit and AutoCAD Plant 3D required)
• Develop plant, facility, equipment, piping, and site layout general arrangement drawings including elevations, sections, and detailed views
• Create detailed design and fabrication drawings for plant layouts, process and facility equipment, ASME piping, HVAC, plumbing, and supports
• Coordinate with engineers and multidisciplinary teams to design, lay out, and resolve technical issues
• Interpret and apply Federal (including DOE Orders), State, and Local codes and standards
• Ensure all designs conform to applicable engineering codes and standards, including ASME
• Collect and compile field data; support site walkdowns and as-built documentation
• Assist with material takeoffs, estimates, and procurement documentation
• Organize and prioritize work to meet project schedules and deadlines
• Communicate effectively, ask clarifying questions, and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned
Preferred skills:
Factory, field, or construction experience Practical mechanical or fabrication skills Experience with point cloud modeling Experience performing 3D laser scanning of facilities, processes, or equipment
