The Designer classification requires 4–10 years of work experience.
The Senior Designer classification requires 8–15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry.
The Staff Designer classification requires 15 or more years of experience in the oil and gas industry, or an associate degree in engineering technology, electrical design, or a related degree from an accredited institution and 10 or more years of experience.
The Senior Staff Designer classification requires 17 or more years of experience in the oil and gas industry, or an associate degree in engineering technology, electrical design, or a related degree from an accredited institution and 15 or more years of experience.
The Principal Designer classification requires 20 or more years of experience in the oil and gas industry, or 15 or more years of experience with a significant Lead Designer role.
The individual must be able to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and other documents, and write routine reports and correspondence.
The individual must have sufficient mathematics skills to perform calculations involving whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, rates, ratios, and percentages, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
The individual must be able to solve practical problems involving limited standardization and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, and schedule-based instructions.
The individual should have working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and current versions of AutoCAD design software.
The individual must observe safety and security procedures.
Responsibilities
Interpret and apply codes, procedures, standards, and specifications to produce Civil/Structural designs that conform to applicable requirements.
Interpret complex vendor data and drawings for conformance with project requirements and initiate resolution of problems.
Develop material takeoffs and estimates.
Use computer-assisted design software and equipment to perform design tasks, including proficient operation of the most recent version of AutoCAD.
Analyze engineering proposals, process requirements, and related technical data for industrial machinery and equipment design.
Determine the feasibility of modifying existing facilities based on costs, available space, time limitations, company planning, and other technical and economic factors.
Provide information to field construction personnel.
Provide technical information about manufacturing or processing techniques, materials, properties, and process advantages and limitations that affect long-range plant and product engineering planning.
Study engineering and technical publications to remain current on technical changes and industry developments.
Apply arctic civil/structural design experience to project work.
Assist with preparing and modifying reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, and project designs.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
Oil and gas industry experience is preferred for the Designer classification.
Applicable Arctic or cold-weather experience.
Three-dimensional modeling experience.
Experience working with Advance Steel.
Experience working with the International Building Code, American Welding Society, American Society of Civil Engineers, and American Institute of Steel Construction standards.
Field-specific design experience.
Job Description
NANA Worley is accepting applications for multiple positions at varying classifications from Entry-level to Principal Civil/Structural Designers dependent on experience and competencies.
The Civil/Structural Designer position applies engineering principles to design, modify or develop facilities, testing, machines, equipment, or processes used in processing or manufacturing products by performing the duties contained in this document.
*This position is a full time, non-rotational position located at NANA Worley headquarters in Anchorage, Alaska. Remote work option may be considered on a case by case basis*
*This position is eligible for the NANA Worley employee referral program, available only to current NANA Worley employees*
Responsibilities
Interprets and applies codes, procedures, standards, and specifications to accurately and efficiently produce various Civil/Structural designs which conform to applicable codes and specifications.
Interprets complex vendor data or drawings for conformance with project requirements and initiates resolution of any problems.
Accurately develops material takeoffs and estimates.
Uses computer-assisted design software and equipment to perform design tasks. Can proficiently operate the most recent version of AutoCAD.
Consistently demonstrates example skills in structuring assigned activities, creativity, teamwork, handling a client’s changing needs, communications, operational efficiencies, decision making, and analyzing and solving problems.
Analyzes engineering proposals, process requirements and related technical data pertaining to industrial machinery and equipment design.
Determines feasibility of modifying existing facilities considering costs, available space, time limitations, company planning and other technical and economic factors.
Provides information to those in field construction. Provides technical information concerning manufacturing or processing techniques, materials, properties and process advantages and limitations which affect long range plant and product engineering planning.
Studies engineering and technical publications to keep abreast of technical changes and developments in industry.
Design experience, which includes arctic civil/structural design.
Aides in preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules and designs for projects.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
The following describes the education and experience typically required to develop the competencies for each classification level; competencies may be demonstrated with other combinations of education, training, experience, and achievements:
Designer
4-10 years of work experience, with oil and gas industry experienced preferred.
Senior Designer
8-15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry.
Staff Designer
15+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry; or
Associate degree in engineering technology, electrical design, or related degree from an accredited institution and 10+ years of experience.
Senior Staff Designer
17+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry; or
Associate degree in engineering technology, electrical design, or related degree from an accredited institution and 15+ years of experience.
Principal Designer
20+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry; or
15+ years of experience with significant Lead Designer role.
Preferred
Applicable Arctic/cold weather experience.
3-D modeling experience
Experience working with Advance Steel
Experience working with IBC, AWS, ASCE, and AISC
Field specific design experience
Language Ability:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Math Ability:
Math skills sufficient to: Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Compute rate, ratio, and percent. Draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability:
Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interpret an extensive variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and current versions of AutoCAD design software.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Analytical
Synthesizes complex or diverse information;
Collects and researches data;
Uses intuition and experience to complement data;
Designs workflows and procedures.
Design
Generates creative solutions;
Translates concepts and information into images;
Uses feedback to modify designs;
Applies design principles;
Demonstrates attention to detail.
Problem Solving
Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;
Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;
Develops alternative solutions;
Works well in group problem solving situations;
Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Technical Skills
Assesses own strengths and weaknesses;
Pursues training and development opportunities;
Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills;
Shares expertise with others.
Interpersonal
Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming;
Maintains confidentiality;
Listens to others without interrupting;
Keeps emotions under control;
Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Oral Communication
Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations;
Listens and gets clarification;
Responds well to questions;
Demonstrates group presentation skills;
Participates in meetings.
Team Work
Balances team and individual responsibilities;
Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views;
Gives and welcomes feedback;
Contributes to building a positive team spirit;
Puts success of team above own interests;
Able to build moral and group commitments to goals and objectives;
Supports others’ efforts to succeed;
Recognizes accomplishments of other team members.
Written Communication
Writes clearly and informatively;
Edits work for spelling and grammar;
Varies writing style to meet needs;
Presents numerical data effectively;
Able to read and interpret written information.
Strategic Thinking
Develops strategies to achieve long-term success.
Safety and Security
Observes safety and security procedures.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.