Senior Plant Designer - Ogden, UT

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Project Overview:

Bechtel is the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) partner on the Northrop Grumman team to deliver the Sentinel Program, which is modernizing the ground-based leg of the U.S. nuclear deterrent triad, including intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) systems and launch infrastructure. Bechtel’s scope of service in Sentinel’s current Engineering & Manufacturing Development phase focuses on the ground infrastructure component of the program.

A major contractor for the United States and allied governments, Bechtel has handled such efforts as chemical weapons demilitarization projects, missile-defense, infrastructure, base operations, procurement and project management, and restoration and recovery spanning half a century. We use our expertise to help our customers securely and effectively transform mission delivery.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will plan, develop, and review Plant Design & Piping (PD&P) work, produce drawings and documentation, and prepare design estimates for a project. You will coordinate with clients, facilitate technical discussions, and review and approve drawings, calculations, and bid summaries. You will solve complex technical issues and ensure PD&P designs comply with all regulations and standards.

This position is for a Smart Plant S3 D Designer/Engineer who will prepare 3D designs associated with DOD and USAF projects. The successful candidate must have strong organizational and teamwork skills, proven problem-solving abilities, can-do attitude, and the desire to innovate designs. This role will specifically support the USAF Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) program Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) phase. The GBSD program is the weapon system replacement for the Minuteman III missile systems. Our team is supporting Northrop Grumman and the USAF’s nuclear deterrence mission to modernize this ground-based leg of the nuclear triad. This position is responsible for direct production of design work by Bechtel as well as for coordinating the scope and integration of work.

Major Responsibilities:

Building layout in Smart Plant S3D model environment. Modeling of piping, HVAC, and equipment in the 3D model environment. Preparation of drawings/documents for floor plans. Assist with coordination of 3D model activities, i.e. input, interference reconciliation, etc. with other physical related disciplines. Interface with stress and pipe support engineers, construction, and suppliers during the preparation of designs for the purpose of model/space control, etc. Perform coordination review of specifications and other documents prepared by others. Candidate should possess a knowledge of OSHA, NFPA, and piping codes. Hands-on experience using Smart Plant S3D and drawing generation. Knowledge & application of International Building Code, ASME B31.3 for piping, plumbing codes, and ASHRAE standards.

Level 1

Leads or administers work of PD&P designers and drafters for a business line technology to include the preparation of layouts, study drawings, detailed 2-D and 3-D Computer Aided Design (CAD) design models and construction drawings.

Develops designs for complete and complex PD&P engineering systems such as earthwork, drainage, road design, foundation, and steel detailing with minimum supervision from which detailed scale models and/or construction drawings are completed.

Assists in constructing detailed scale models.

Prepares or assists with the preparation of assigned material requisitions and bid evaluations .

Monitors and checks work for compliance with approved PD&P design standards to provide quality design, reliable/safe plant operation and construction economy . Ensures PD&P systems designs comply with all applicable installation codes, regulations, and standards.

Participates in constructability reviews .

Level 2

Plans, develops, coordinates, and reviews design work within a small-size PD&P design work group on projects of medium size or assignments in support of global business unit .

Produces drawings and documentation in accordance with established design and scope including design of earthwork, drainage, road design, foundation, and steel detailing . Ensures PD&P systems designs comply with all applicable installation codes, regulations, and standards.

Coordinates and interfaces as directed with the day-to-day technical work of PD&P engineers, scientists, specialists, designers, and drafters.

Communicates complex technical issues and recommends solutions to upper management .

Facilitates technical discussions with third parties (client, suppliers, regulators) .

Prepares or oversees the preparation of PD&P design estimates and work plan in accordance with project scope, schedule and budget, and manages implementation and performance accordingly.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Education and Experience Requirements:

Level 1

AA/AS or Certificate in Engineering/CAD with 7-8 years of experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience.

Level 2

AA/AS or Certificate in Engineering/CAD with 10-12 years of experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Hands-on experience using Smart Plant S3D.

US Citizenship required (No Green Cards or TA Visas).

Must be able to pass the requirements to receive a secret clearance.

Previous Bechtel project experience. Previous DoD/DoE, USACE, NAVFAC, or USAF experience.