Designer​/Designer​/Sr Designer​/Lead Designer; AutoCAD

Job Overview

BHE GT&S has an exciting career opportunity for a Designer 1/2/Sr or Lead Designer (AutoCAD) at our Cove Point LNG facility located in Lusby, MD.

• Designs and produces engineering drawings for natural gas and liquified natural gas, and auxiliary facilities.
• Provides technical guidance to engineers and designers, ensuring drawing accuracy, consistency, and adherence to company drafting standards.
• Maintains design consistency across the engineering team by applying established standards, best practices, and quality controls.
• Collaborates with engineering and operations to optimize facility designs and ensure compliance with company specifications, safety requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Maintains and updates standard drawings, facility drawings, and company drafting libraries to support ongoing operations and project needs.
• Operates independently as a self‑starter, completing assignments with minimal supervision while managing priorities effectively.
• Develops complete, timely, and accurate drawing packages for new, expanded, or modified facilities, supporting project objectives and construction schedules.
• Reviews drawings to verify compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and company standards, identifying and resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Evaluates design concepts and performs required engineering‑related calculations to ensure accuracy and feasibility.
• Manages drawing documentation by organizing and maintaining drawing files, indexes, revision histories, and digital records in accordance with company document‑control procedures.
• Completes site visits with engineering and operations teams to ensure drawing accuracy as needed.

• Maintain and update DOT class location maps.
• Plan and schedule work independently.
• Lead and teach draftspersons.
• Ability to size and design structural steel and reinforced concrete components.
• Ability to complete designs for large and/or complex systems.
• Ability to develop new applications within the AutoCAD and 3D Modeling systems.
• Strong math skills, including geometry and trigonometry for complex calculations.
• Excellent communication skills.

• Strong understanding of process piping, engineering, and architectural principles
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of building codes and regulations
• Excellent problem‑solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Proficiency in AutoCAD software
• Strong technical drawing skills
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
• Solid understanding of design and construction processes
• Computer literacy, especially with design and drafting software
• Strong organizational skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Time management skills to handle multiple tasks

• Designer 1 – 0‑2 years AutoCAD experience required.
• Designer 2 – 0‑2 years AutoCAD experience required.
• Sr. Designer – At least 3 years AutoCAD experience required.
• Lead Designer – At least 5 years AutoCAD experience required; 7 or more years directly related experience.

• Strong AutoCAD experience
• Experience with 3D modeling software
• Strong math skills, including geometry, trigonometry, and higher mathematics.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical, structural, and electrical engineering design drafting principles.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to size and design structural steel and reinforced concrete components.
• Strong communication skills, and ability to develop rapport with internal and external customers.

• Associate degree (typically two years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess an associate's degree).
• Experience and professional certification in 3D modeling software such as Autodesk Plant 3D, Revit, or Solid Works.

• Drafting Design, Engineering Technology, or Mechanical Drawing

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