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PaptecJOBS, a specialized talent-connect platform for manufacturing and engineering industries, is supporting a leading engineering organization engaged in power plant, industrial piping, and steel tank projects.
The role focuses on detailed mechanical design, drafting, and engineering documentation, supporting project execution, procurement, and client approvals.

Role Purpose

The Design Engineer – Mechanical will be responsible for preparing, verifying, and coordinating detailed engineering drawings related to industrial piping systems and site-fabricated steel tanks, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Design

  • Prepare power plant and industrial piping layouts and isometrics
  • Design and detail site-fabricated steel tanks as per API 650 / IS 803
  • Develop GA drawings, fabrication drawings, and piping details
  • Perform engineering design calculations as required
  • Interpret and prepare P&IDs and piping schematics
  • 3D Modeling & Drafting
  • Generate 3D piping layouts using AutoPLANT 3D
  • Translate 3D models into accurate construction and fabrication drawings
  • Independently prepare, check, and finalize drawings for submission

BOQ & Estimation Support

  • Prepare Material BOQs for procurement and estimation
  • Support the estimation team with BOQs for new project enquiries
  • Coordinate with the purchase team for material and equipment specifications
  • Documentation & Client Coordination
  • Prepare and submit engineering and quality documents for approval
  • Coordinate with clients, consultants, and internal teams for drawing approvals
  • Support mechanical erection documentation and quality submissions

Cross-Functional Coordination

  • Work closely with Project Engineers at remote sites for drawing clarifications
  • Coordinate with procurement, quality, and execution teams
  • Ensure drawings align with site requirements and execution feasibility

Technical Competency Requirements

  • Hands-on expertise in AutoCAD (mandatory)
  • Working knowledge of AutoPLANT 3D
  • Strong understanding of Piping design principles
  • IBR & low-pressure piping systems
  • Pumps, valves, and mechanical equipment layouts
  • Sound knowledge of mechanical fundamentals, codes, and standards
  • Familiarity with industrial fire fighting systems and fire codes (added advantage)

Relevant experience Requirement

  • Power plant piping
  • Industrial piping systems
  • API 650 / IS 803 steel tanks
  • Experience in engineering design offices or EPC environments preferred

Soft Skills & Work Attributes

  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to interact confidently with clients and consultants
  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and quality-conscious
  • Willingness to learn new technologies and project domains
  • Effective team player supporting cross-functional collaboration

Work Environment

  • Engineering design office with active coordination across:
  • Project execution teams
  • Procurement and estimation
  • Quality and site teams

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