Full-Time

Mechanical CAD Designer

Posted on 10/31/2025

Valdes Architecture and Engineering

Valdes Architecture and Engineering

51-200 employees

Provides engineering and project management services

Compensation Overview

$40k - $85k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Illinois and MIchigan Canal, Illinois, USA

In Person

Category
Mechanical Engineering (1)
Required Skills
AutoCAD
Requirements
  • High School Diploma required.
  • 10+ years CAD designer experience in oil/chemical manufacturing or related field required.
  • Expertise in reading, analyzing, interpreting, and creating technical documents and CAD Drawings.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD 2020 or newer.
  • Expected to become proficient in FastLook (ACAD viewer/markup software).
  • Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.
  • A valid driver’s license is required.
  • Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
  • Proficient in the use of AutoCAD 2020/higher, and FirstLook to create or revise drawing files typical of an industrial facility. Expected to demonstrate expertise in P&IDs/PFDs, plot plans, and general arrangements, plus at least one of the following disciplines: electrical, instrumentation, CSA (Civil/Structural/Architectural), piping, fixed equipment (tanks and vessels), etc.
  • Experienced in the understanding and identification of all types of equipment within an industrial process facility and its representation on engineering drawings, especially piping, instrumentation, and electrical components. Demonstrates experience with ISA5.1 Instrumentation and Control System Symbology
  • Performs walkdowns to field-verify accuracy of information on existing drawings as required
  • Support verification of accuracy of applicable records in advance of Process Hazard Analyses, and after completion of MOC's
  • Support the check-out drawings to 3rd party engineering firms for update, and check-in upon return, as directed. Process transmittals as directed
  • Expected to organize, prioritize, and successfully work individually and within a team environment. Works proactively to solve problems and with meticulous attention to detail
  • Communicates directly and frequently works with Corporate Support Functions and Plant Functions, especially Process Engineering, Reliability Engineering, Project Engineering, Process Controls Engineering, Process Safety, and front-line workers
Valdes Architecture and Engineering

Valdes Architecture and Engineering

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Valdes Architecture & Engineering delivers expert engineering and project management services across various sectors, excelling in process simulation, instrumentation and controls, project management, procurement services, and construction management. They maintain a focus on delivering high-quality and precise solutions that cater to a wide range of industrial needs.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

York Township, Illinois

Founded

1992

Growth & Insights

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