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Burns & McDonnell · 1 week ago

Mechanical Designer - Aviation & Federal (Kansas City)

Kansas City, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Mechanical Designer to assist in various phases of planning and design for diverse projects. The role involves producing HVAC diagrams, collaborating on mechanical design deliverables, and ensuring adherence to design standards and specifications.

ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assist in performing a variety of routine assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including drawing sequence and presentation, incorporating various system components, and refining rough sketches

Assist in producing complete HVAC flow diagrams, plumbing riser diagrams, PFDs, and P&IDs from verbal or written descriptions from the design engineer

Apply basic formulas, principles and practices, and use acquired knowledge of fundamental concepts and practices pertaining to the mechanical discipline

Work collaboratively utilizing design systems for the production of mechanical design deliverables

Assist with a full range of drawing production work including problem analysis, design layout and calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity

Assist with initial rough designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups on ongoing projects

Assist with analyzing reports, drawings, and tests, to plan and design projects

Apply design codes and specifications related to design requirements

Complete and review design drawings within scope, budget and schedule. Perform project tasks and assignments within budgeted hours and deadlines

Incorporate schedules, budgets and project criteria into mechanical design and layouts

Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files and project-related information in a logical and well-structured manner

Qualification

RevitAutoCADMicroStationMechanical design2D3D applicationsAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsAttention to detailCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in drafting technology or related field and 2 years related experience required

Associate Degree and 3 years related experience required

4 years of progressive detailing and design experience required

Strong understanding of design software such as: Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Excel to develop the design deliverables

Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software programs

Ability to utilize both 2D and 3D applications to prepare engineering drawings

General knowledge in mechanical design, calculations and systems

Basic knowledge in the theory and practices of engineering discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks

Ability to work collaboratively with others (Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives

Excellent written & verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Company

Burns & McDonnell

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Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.

Founded in 1898

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.burnsmcd.com

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