Are you driven to challenge software capabilities and push the bounds in the world of CAD design? Do you have a passion for showing a customer what their needs or dreams can look like before fabrication starts? CSI is looking for that motivated individual to join our team of successful designers in changing the way that process piping is accomplished on installation projects.
Job Description
This position is responsible for the design of process piping systems for installation projects. This also includes data capture with 3D scanning, equipment layout, piping support structure layout and design coordination of field projects. From the early stages of capturing 3D scans to the final stages of onsite installation, the piping designer gets to be actively engaged in all design aspects.
Supporting multiple projects at different stages of the design process at the same time is common. This position requires a disciplined individual, able to demonstrate enormous initiative and persistence in the development of detailed piping systems.
About CSI
CSI provides state-of-the-art stainless-steel process equipment and service for the food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries. We are a growing company with a passion for providing superior customer service. Our work environment is rooted in respect, teamwork, continual learning, and growth... with a large dose of community and fun!
We believe our employees are our greatest resource and are committed to investing in our team. We offer a wide range of benefits including health and wellness, paid time off, retirement planning and continuing education support. We also enjoy hosting company luncheons, casual Fridays, a wellness program and providing opportunities for volunteering in local community charitable events!
Salary: $25 - $36 per hour depending on experience and knowledge
Primary Functions (This List Is Not All Inclusive)
Drafting/Design
Creation and maintenance in the following areas:
Creating and maintaining the organization of project files and folders.
Publishing of new components in the CAD library.
Maintaining integrity of the current component’s library.
Creating design utilities for increased productivity.
Creation of execution (lead) of medium to complex project designs that conform to the company’s standard installation styles and /or methods i.e piping system layout design, rack supports, equipment installations.
Reviewing pertinent project spec information.
Reading and understanding P&ID’s for projects.
Interpreting customer design requirements and providing problem solving assistance.
Scheduling required project meetings including kickoff, reviews and project installation debrief.
Selection of proper material for projects as it relates to cost and availability.
Identify and establish cost saving designs.
Visiting customers’ facilities and gathering the necessary measurements for use in piping installation detailing.
Determining efficient pipe routing.
Eliminate interference between new pipe and equipment with existing installations.
Designing pipe rack supports per customer and/or CSI specifications.
Create detailed isometric drawings for pre-fabrication of piping systems.
Create detailed shop drawings for pre-fabrication of pipe racks.
Create detailed BOM’s based on design.
Online and On-Site design presentations for design reviews.
Integration of ETO equipment models provided by the Fabrication Design team.
Assisting project management with design information during the quoting phase of projects
On-site & remote design assistance during installation projects.
Reality Capture/3D scanning
On-Site 3D scanning of existing customer facilities.
Post processing point cloud data from the 3D scans.
Integration of point cloud data with CAD models.
Troubleshooting and solutioning of 3D scans and scanning equipment.
Installations
Provide technical assistance for designed installation proposals
Convey and provide accurate design information/specifications (including bill of materials and manufacturing steps) to the coordination group for a dependable work order
Eliminate costly work-in-progress drawing revisions that impede with the aggressive production and installation schedule and stimulate future inefficiencies
Organize and maintain design aids/ instrumentation/ equipment libraries and data to lead design efficiencies
Required Experience
Education/Training
Associate Degree, preferred
Technical emphasis, preferred
Bachelor’s Degree, preferred
Experience
Autodesk Plant 3D - 2 years minimum, no older than 4 releases from current release, required
AutoCAD (2-D and 3-D) - 2 years minimum, no older than 4 releases from current release, required.
Prior mechanical design experience required.
Autodesk Navisworks, required.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, required.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, required.
Autodesk ACC, preferred.
Autodesk Inventor, preferred.
Autodesk Vault Pro, preferred.
Autodesk Revit, preferred.
Sufficient custom design knowledge of sanitary process components, preferred.
Prior estimating experience of custom fabricated components, preferred
More than 40 hours per week will typically be required in order to achieve the productivity necessary for this position. Overnight travel, Saturday, Sunday and holiday hours will regularly be required with this position.
This position requires the ability to interact with employees verbally and in writing, remain in a stationary position for 80% of the workday, have close visual acuity, and constantly operate a computer and other office productivity equipment, such as a phone, copy/fax/scan machine, computer keyboard and mouse with or without reasonable accommodation. This position also requires the ability to occasionally lift, stoop, bend, and lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.
CSI has a long standing policy of Equal Opportunity in employment. Our practice is to fill positions by selecting applicants who can perform the work in a competent and professional manner. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or individuals with disability. U.S. federal law requires completion of employment eligibility verification upon hire. CSI participates in E-Verify. Must have the right to work in the United States.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Strategy/Planning and Information Technology
Industries
Machinery Manufacturing
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