Job Description

Overview

Aquent is partnering with a global leader in energy technology and innovation, focusing on developing critical infrastructure projects. The role involves making a significant impact on complex engineering projects by transforming conceptual designs into tangible realities.

Responsibilities

  • Provide and meticulously check drawings and Bills of Material (BOM) to meet precise customer requirements.
  • Prepare bulk Material Take Offs (MTOs) and detailed BOMs with a high degree of independence.
  • Ensure all drawings adhere strictly to established Engineering and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) standards.
  • Develop and complete a wide array of mechanical, piping, and structural deliverable drawings and documents.
  • Supervise outsourced engineering design work performed by third-party engineering and design firms.
  • Review vendor data and drawings as needed to ensure full compliance with client specifications and applicable industry standards.
  • Generate report data from models and assist in providing necessary design information to project teams, clients, and third parties.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement by providing 'Lessons Learned' feedback and utilizing findings to update tools and procedures.
  • Resolve technical problems by identifying and selecting optimal solutions through acquired technical experience and factual analysis.

Requirements

  • Technical Certification in a design discipline or a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical, piping, and structural scopes of work.
  • Demonstrated ability to produce clear and effective drawings and sketches to illustrate design concepts and ideas.
  • Mastery knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Suite, PDF Editor, SolidWorks, Autodesk AutoCAD, and Navisworks Manager/Freedom.
  • Operational knowledge in SAP, Autodesk Revit, and Autodesk BIM 360.
  • General knowledge of industry standards, codes, and regulations including AHRI, ANSI, AWS, IBC, MFMA, MSS, OSHA, NFPA.
  • Fluency, both written and verbal, in English.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Proven ability to perform well under pressure in high-stress environments and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within a cross-functional team.
  • Exceptional work ethic and a commitment to maintaining a high level of quality and due diligence.
  • Ability to organize and express complex ideas clearly in written documents and effectively in both individual and group situations.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • PTO

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
PTO

How this job compares in Houston, TX

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs in Houston, TX currently run a median of $27/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $22–$37/hr across 86 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Houston, TX

We're tracking 341 other active welding openings in Houston, TX right now, from 192 different employers. 94 of them were added in the last week. Across Texas as a whole we're tracking 1,256 other active welding openings from 596 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Houston, or widen the search to Texas.

The most active employers in Texas at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Austin Industries (29), Welding Shop in Austin, TX (27), and Zachry Group (23). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Texas, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Midlothian at $38/hr, Irving at $38/hr, and Pasadena at $37/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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