Audubon is currently seeking a Junior Piping Designer to join our team in our Houston, TX Office. The Junior Piping Designer will We're seeking a Junior Piping Designer to support project teams with piping drawings and 3D modeling tasks. This is a development role where you'll build core design skills while working under the direction of experienced designers.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Interpret verbal or written direction to initiate a preliminary design.
Assist with stress analysis, compiling construction specifications, equipment and material procurement, calculations, and estimates.
Initiate drawings following instructions of engineer, designer, supervisor, specifications and/or sketches.
Implement revisions and change control per company standards at the direction of senior level designers and engineers.
Assemble information and reference drawings from a variety of sources.
Continually look for product improvements and cost reductions.
Determine and initiate drawings/models based on optimal views relative to communicating construction desires as applicable.
Assist with performing field surveys, documenting existing conditions, and/or recommending various design solutions.
Check field red-lined drawings and generate accurate as-built drawings as needed.
Review and assist in preparation of Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals.
Design components or portions of systems, and modify existing designs to develop or improve them.
Utilize 2D or 3D computer aided design software to create layouts of Piping systems, devices and components, and create fabrication and assembly drawings.
Maintain proper file management in accordance with company and industry standards.
Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities:
All employees are responsible for supporting Audubon Companies' Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures. This includes:
Performing duties in a manner that protects personal and team health and safety
Participating in required HSE training, meetings, and reporting activities
Identifying and reporting hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions
Following safe work practices and complying with applicable regulatory requirements
EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Associate degree or technical diploma in drafting/design technology
0-3 years of design or drafting experience (internships/co-ops a plus)
Exposure to CAD or 3D modeling software
Basic understanding of piping components and engineering drawings