Senior Designer I - Process & Mechanical

Company Name: Kahuna USA, LLC (Kahuna)

Title of Position: Senior Designer I, Process & Mechanical Piping

Position Type: Full Time

Pay Range: $33–$40 (hourly)*

Location: Westminster, Colorado

About Us

Kahuna is an energy-focused organization, driven by growth, project execution, and long-term relationships. We offer a fast-paced, collaborative, and rewarding work environment rooted in our core values: Integrity, Relationships, Innovation, Safety, and Empowerment. We are committed to creating a workplace that employees are proud to be part of — and one they can build a long and fulfilling career with.

About the Role

A Senior Designer I has advanced knowledge of all aspects of piping design, including a strong understanding of industry standards (ASME, ANSI, API), materials and their impact on design, and advanced proficiency in AutoCAD® and CADWorx Plant®. Senior Designer I candidates independently lead mid-sized projects or multiple small projects, mentor junior designers, and operate with minimal day-to-day direction. Works directly with engineers and receives broad, high-level direction from a supervisor.

What You Will Do

• Advanced P&ID and piping annotation skills; able to pick up redlines following Kahuna standards, spot errors, back-check other’s work, and develop P&IDs from walkdowns with little to no instruction from supervisor, engineer, or lead.
• Ability to do complex 3D modeling using CADWorx Plant® (or AutoCAD Plant 3D®) with limited direction from experienced designers.
• Compressor station level piping ability; ability to route and detail piping with a focus on clean pipe routing and design, introduction to pipe rack loading.
• Elementary site plan layout skills for larger facilities.
• Independently lead piping of mid-sized projects or multiple small projects while coordinating with designers and engineers.
• Assist in development of group standards and practices; proactively lead evolution of team designs and pre-developed tools/templates.
• Independently assist with and review drawings of other less experienced designers and markup as necessary to represent a functional design, coordinating with supervisor, other experienced designers, and engineers. Able to mentor and train less experienced drafters/designers.
• Leads coordination with other design teams to ensure continuous flow of information concerning other engineering disciplines affecting the design execution of a project.
• Demonstrate full understanding of the workflow from beginning to end of a project. Provides technical and administrative support to the discipline design group, reviews their progress, and evaluates their work.
• Consistently communicate technical and administrative project/task details including correspondence via emails and general documentation. Proactive in communicating project status and work load.
• Consistently meeting deadlines, able to juggle multiple large projects with conflicting deadlines, identifying potential delays and proactively mitigating them. Commitment to putting in the time required to complete assigned tasks to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate strong ability to functionally communicate technical and administrative project/task details, including correspondence via emails and general documentation.
• Demonstrate professional behavior and be learning to coach and mentor less experienced drafters/designers. Stay engaged and learn leadership skills.
• Applies ASME B31.3, B31.1, and applicable B16 series codes throughout the design and modeling process.
• Must be precise and organized in handling of drawings; proven track record of being detail oriented and able to prioritize and multitask as an individual and for the team.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• CADWorx Plant® proficiency required (or AutoCAD Plant 3D® at equivalent level); independently builds and manages complex 3D piping models with limited direction.
• Typically 3–7 years of progressive relevant design experience or equivalent; 4 years minimum required.
• Intermediate knowledge of available Navisworks® tools; able to operate Freedom, Manage, and Simulate and perform a presentation with a client.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD®; understands, can edit and use LISP routines, tools, plotting settings, and CUI; understands AutoCAD setup; uses tools to be more efficient; can troubleshoot computer issues and provide technical assistance to others.
• A minimum of 2 years relative experience in oil and gas design or equivalent industrial environment.
• Strong computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD®, CADWorx P&ID®, CADWorx Plant®, Bluebeam Revu®, Navisworks®, and other company software.
• Knowledge of basic safety procedures on an active facility.
• Knowledge of gathering field dimensions, P&ID as-building, and walking down P&IDs to determine tie-in locations on an active facility is a plus.
• Laser scanning and point cloud drafting capabilities a plus.
• Valid drivers license. 

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Kahuna offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

Learn more about our culture, history, and the exciting work we do at www.KahunaUSA.com

Next Steps

To apply, please provide a copy of your resume and cover letter and apply directly through our website at www.Kahunausa.com. Kahuna is a DOT-regulated company; therefore, this position will require that the candidate pass an initial drug screen and background check upon hire. Must be eligible to work in the United States as this job is ineligible for sponsorship.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Kahuna is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.