CAD/Mechanical Designer/Drafter

Job Title: CAD/Mechanical Designer/Drafter: IVDuration: 1+ year with possibility of extension based on needLocation: San Diego CA 92123Description:8+ Years of Experience. Creates and updates sketches, working drawings and contract documents using Computer Assisted Design (CAD) software.Prepares 2D and 3D models. Must be able to read and comprehend detailed customer requirements, data sheets and supplier specifications.Requires familiarity with drafting techniques and engineering concepts and terminology.Able to read engineering drawing and blueprints.Prepares documentation to support design drawings.Often requires experience with the specific design application in use by client base.Role OverviewFocused on creating:2D and 3D natural gas pipeline/facility drawings.Candidate will prepare:Construction drawingsPermit drawingsProject close-out drawingsHeavy emphasis on Plant 3D and Civil 3D work.Primary ResponsibilitiesDesigning natural gas piping/facilities.Creating drawings from field measurements and survey data.Producing permit-ready drawings.Supporting:New buildsRetrofitsMaintenance projectsCreating drawings from scratch.Developing isometric designs.Building blocks and managing folder structures in Plant/Civil 3D.Required Technical SkillsStrong AutoCAD experience required.Plant 3D is considered a hard requirement.Civil 3D is also required.Proven 3D design experience is mandatory.Understanding of survey data and translating it into designs.Familiarity with utility or gas design standards preferred.Preferred ExperienceUtility/gas industry experience strongly preferred.Experience with infrastructure/pipeline projects helpful.A mechanical engineering background can work if strong 3D CAD experience exists.Clarifications on StandardsThey should be capable of:Reading standardsUnderstanding standardsDesigning according to standardsStandards familiarity is teachable.Experience ExpectationsJob description listed 8+ years, but:6–7 years with strong matching skills can still be considered.Emphasis is on demonstrated 3D expertise rather than exact years.Software EnvironmentMain tools:AutoCADPlant 3DCivil 3DNo MicroStation usage.Soft Skills & Work StyleAbility to work in a technical, fast-paced environment.Strong collaboration across teams.Adaptability and willingness to learn standards/processes.