3D CAD Designer

Senior 3D CAD Designer (Process Systems)

Rochester, NY (Hybrid/Remote Flexibility Considered)
Full-Time | Permanent

Overview

We’re seeking a Senior 3D CAD Designer to join a highly specialized engineering team designing custom modular process systems for industries such as chemical, pharmaceutical, and energy.

This is a hands-on design role where you’ll own the full 3D modeling lifecycle—from concept through fabrication—working closely with engineers to bring complex process systems to life.

If you enjoy building real-world systems (not just drawings) and want to see your designs manufactured and implemented, this is a strong fit.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead 3D modeling and design of complete process systems (equipment, piping, structural steel, instrumentation)
• Partner with Process/Project Engineers to develop:
  • P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams)
  • PFDs (Process Flow Diagrams)
• Build detailed system models using:
  • AutoCAD Plant 3D
  • Autodesk Advance Steel (plus)
• Design modular/skid-mounted systems of varying scale and complexity
• Generate:
  • Fabrication drawings (steel layouts, piping isometrics, orthographics)
  • Bills of Materials (BOMs) for procurement and manufacturing
• Collaborate with fabrication teams to:
  • Troubleshoot design issues
  • Implement real-time changes during build
• Develop as-built models and documentation post-fabrication
• Support CAD standards, templates, and system libraries

What You Bring

• 10+ years of 3D CAD design experience in process, piping, or industrial systems
• Strong expertise in:
  • AutoCAD Plant 3D (required)
  • 3D piping design (must-have)
• Experience designing:
  • Process equipment layouts
  • Utility & process piping systems
• Ability to interpret and work from:
  • Equipment specs
  • Instrumentation data
  • Engineering diagrams
• Strong collaboration skills with engineers, vendors, and fabrication teams
• Experience with Autodesk Advance Steel
• Familiarity with pipe stress analysis tools (e.g., Caesar II)
• Exposure to Smart P&IDs
• Background in chemical/process industries preferred

• Primarily office-based with occasional shop/fabrication floor exposure
• Opportunity to see your designs built and implemented
• Relocation support available
• Remote flexibility considered for highly experienced candidates