I&E 3D Design Lead

Your Job

Optimized Process Designs (OPD), a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is seeking an I&E 3D Design Lead to lead and actively participate in the development of high-quality, constructable 3D I&E design models across a portfolio of EPC projects. Operating under the direction of the I&E Design Manager, the I&E 3D Design Lead serves as the primary technical authority for I&E 3D modeling, while mentoring designers and coordinating closely with piping, civil, structural, procurement, and construction.

This role will sit in office in Katy, TX Monday - Friday.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Our Team

OPD is an engineering/construction company with an expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. OPD is part of the larger Koch organization which provides a variety of capabilities across many industries. Originally incorporated in 1980, OPD has developed a strong reputation for honesty, integrity, and ability to successfully execute projects. OPDs industry experience, flexibility, and personal attention have made us a preferred partner to our customers and our tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere makes OPD a great place to work.

What You Will Do

• Lead development and execution of the I&E 3D model from early project phases through IFC and construction support
• Establish, maintain, and enforce I&E 3D modeling standards, model organization, and best practices
• Actively model and review I&E scope including - cable tray, duct banks, electrical equipment, instrumentation equipment, junction boxes, field devices
• Coordinate I&E 3D scope with piping, civil, and structural
• Perform and lead model QA/QC reviews
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and oversight to I&E 3D designers
• Support development of 3D-derived deliverables, including plans, sections, isometrics, and construction details
• Review vendor equipment drawings and 3D models and integrate approved vendor data into the project model
• Support field and construction teams by responding to model-related RFIs and providing design clarification as needed
• Promote and reinforce a safety-first culture in all design activities

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Demonstrated experience providing technical direction to I&E Designers
• Willingness to independently perform detailed I&E modeling while also conducting formal technical reviews of design deliverables
• Experience producing electrical and instrumentation designs for industrial and/or EPC projects
• Experience with CADWorx and/or other 3D design platforms
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship now or in the future

What Will Put You Ahead

• Associate's degree or higher in Electrical, Instrumentation, Design, or equivalent technical discipline
• Extensive CADWorx modeling experience
• Practical field or construction experience supporting EPC projects
• Experience reviewing and validating vendor drawings and 3D models
• Working knowledge of industry standards such as ANSI, API, IEEE, NEMA, NFPA 70E, and PIP
• Proven ability to improve modeling efficiency, consistency, and design quality across projects

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Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, Optimized Process Designs (OPD) provides clients with detailed engineering packages in all disciplines, single-point procurement for all equipment and materials, fabrication, and direct-hired construction services throughout the United States. We leverage in-house capabilities and provide services with faster speed to market to help deliver increased cost savings while minimizing risk.

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).

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