Mechanical CADD Technician

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Junior level, Mechanical Designer Technician to join our Rio de Janeiro or Sao Paulo office.  As part of the Mechanical Group, the Mechanical Engineer Designer will have experience with solid bulk conveyance systems, hydraulic modelling and design of liquid bulk transmission systems, as well as utility (water / sewer / stormwater) systems. Experience in industrial complex and / or marine terminals are a plus.   

About Moffatt & Nichol: 

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading infrastructure advisor specialising in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines. Reflecting Moffatt & Nichol's commitment to design innovation since 1945, Engineering News-Record (ENR) has ranked the company No. 1 design firm for Marine and Port Facilities in the United States and No. 7 internationally. 

Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists, and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, the Americas,  the Middle East and Asia Pacific. The firm provides clients worldwide with customised service and a level of excellence that have become the firm's hallmark in three primary practise areas—coastal, environmental, and water resources; ports and harbours; and transportation, bridges, and rail.

Duties and responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• To prepare a variety of designs from Agri bulk material, and mining bulk in Port Terminals or industrial plants
• To prepare a variety of designs in waterfront facilities such as marinas, container terminals, marine oil terminals and pump stations and utilities (firefighting / water / sewer / stormwater) systems projects
• To perform hydraulic modelling and analysis of liquid bulk transmission systems and utility (water / sewer / stormwater) systems   
• Preparing design documents (plans and specifications) with an emphasis on utility service design   
• To design other projects such as piping to support in other projects such as liquid bulk terminal and utilities which will include piping design using either Plant 3D or similar software
• To generate proposals and develop fee estimates for PS&E packages   
• To assist with condition assessment inspections for terminals equipment and utilities infrastructure

Other duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (Desirable)   
• 2-6 years of experience in mechanical design related to bulk material handling
  • Experience in 3D piping design required
  • Plant 3D or equivalent (PDMS, PDS, etc.) experience required
• Design experience in industrial complex and / or marine terminals is a plus 
• General understanding of process design, process flow diagram development, and piping and instrumentation diagram (P&ID) development
• Acknowledgement in developing equipment specification, calculation, data sheets, drawings reviews and other documents related to mechanical design
• Some planning and task management skills
• Complete piping and pipelines stress analysis using CAESAR is a plus
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English. Spanish is an advantage
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST

Working conditions:

Sedentary for prolonged period of time, interact with clients, and travel occasionally. 

Moffatt & Nichol's EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities. We draw from the world's best and brightest, regardless of geographic, cultural, or institutional background. This approach enables us to better understand and serve our clients, foster innovation, and create a rich, collaborative work environment.  Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.

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