Mechanical Designer

Company Overview

Our Client is a woman-owned small business based in Knoxville, TN, providing multi-disciplinary engineering services to sectors including petrochemical, nuclear, energy, defense, and manufacturing. We excel in process design, safety analysis, project engineering, and technical staff augmentation, working collaboratively across chemical, mechanical, civil, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Mechanical Designer to support the development of complex mechanical systems and equipment for industrial and government (DoD/DOE) projects.

This role focuses on producing high-quality 3D models, fabrication packages, and plant layouts while ensuring compliance with ASME codes and applicable Federal, State, and Local standards, including DOE Orders.

A strong working proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD Plant 3D is essential for success in this role, particularly for plant layout, piping systems, and equipment modeling in highly regulated environments.

Location

Knoxville, TN, 37902

Work Mode

On-site

Employment Type

Full Time

Department

Engineering

Business Unit

The Empower Hub

Open Positions

1

Ideal Candidate Profile

Experience Required

2–4 years

Work Authorization

US Citizen

Required Skills

Associate degree in a technical field (Mechanical Design, Drafting, or related)

2–4 years of relevant industrial experience (DoD/DOE environment preferred)

Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirements

Demonstrated experience using Revit and AutoCAD Plant 3D for mechanical design, plant layout, and piping systems (required)

Minimum of 2 years of experience using Inventor and/or SolidWorks for complex mechanical modeling and fabrication drawings

Strong knowledge of ASME codes and standards

Working knowledge of Federal, State, and Local codes and standards, including DOE Orders

Demonstrated competence in mechanical design fundamentals, including containment systems and sheet metal equipment

Nice-to-Have Skills

Factory

field

or construction experience Practical mechanical or fabrication skills Experience with point cloud modeling Experience performing 3D laser scanning of facilities

processes

or equipment

Key Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Produce 3D equipment models and build-to-print fabrication packages for specialty and first-of-a-kind equipment using CAD software (Revit and AutoCAD Plant 3D required)

Develop plant, facility, equipment, piping, and site layout general arrangement drawings including elevations, sections, and detailed views

Create detailed design and fabrication drawings for plant layouts, process and facility equipment, ASME piping, HVAC, plumbing, and supports

Coordinate with engineers and multidisciplinary teams to design, lay out, and resolve technical issues

Interpret and apply Federal (including DOE Orders), State, and Local codes and standards

Ensure all designs conform to applicable engineering codes and standards, including ASME

Collect and compile field data; support site walkdowns and as-built documentation

Assist with material takeoffs, estimates, and procurement documentation

Organize and prioritize work to meet project schedules and deadlines

Communicate effectively, ask clarifying questions, and contribute to a collaborative team environment

Perform additional duties as assigned

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Rate / Salary

$70,000 - $110,000 / Yearly

Relocation  Not offered

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