Project Design Lead

Join a talented team of engineering professionals at Vogt Power International. Vogt is based in Louisville, KY and specializes in design, manufacture and supply of equipment and solutions to the power generation industry. We are an industry leader in heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs) with both domestic and international customers.

Vogt Power International is looking for a talented CAD Design Coordinator/PDL/Checker to work on a multi-disciplined project team based out of Babcock Power APAC Pvt. Ltd., Chennai.

• Perform complete and thorough checking of Heat Recovery Steam Generator (HRSG) non-pressure assemblies, pressure parts, structural component assemblies and detail drawings of equipment.
• Checking to include validity of design, compatibility with adjacent components, drawing procedures, drawing standards and mathematical accuracy.
• When needed, assist with preparing or updating major component sub-assembly, sections and detail drawings, calculations, bill of materials and 3D models for Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSG) and associated   equipment. 
• Supervise the development of drawings, serve as a consultant to shops, sub-contractors and field personnel for projects. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Review project customer specifications
• Prepare major assembly, section and detail drawings and itemized bill of materials
• Coordinate with Project Design Lead on the project to which they are assigned
• Communicate and assist other departments with calculations and data sheets
• Develop and maintain 3D models of piping and equipment
• Generate weight calculations for parts, sub-assemblies and assemblies
• Participate in internal and customer 3D model walk-throughs
• Revise drawings
• Provide thorough checking of drawings and bill of materials
• Create project as-built drawings if required
• Assist in development of General Arrangements and Setting drawings
• Assist with review of vendor generated drawings
• Maintain knowledge of current designs, standards, and procedures
• Assist and instruct drafters in the use of standard and acceptable drafting techniques, detailing, manufacturing, and construction procedures for company products
• Follow internal standards, project contracts and specifications, and applicable codes and standards
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of internal design standards
• Provide support to the Project Engineer, Project Design Lead, and Product Engineer for shop and field issues
• Serve as consultant for shop and field questions
• Travel to jobsite(s) or vendor shops as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Job Requirements / Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• A degree in mechanical diploma is preferred. A degree in Engineering would be a plus but not mandatory.
• Demonstrated knowledge and technical competency may be substituted for the educational requirements
• Five (5) years CAD design experience (HRSG CAD design or similar preferred)
• Experience with Autodesk suite of design software (AutoCAD, Plant3D, Navisworks, Revit, Inventor, etc.)
• Demonstrated excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated excellent analytical and computer skills required
• Knowledge of ASME codes and product application (preferred not required)
• Must be organized and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Must have valid Passport for International Travel.