Engineering Jobs in Ft Pierce Florida

The Senior CAD Designer will be responsible for developing intelligent 3D plant models and producing detailed engineering drawings for water and wastewater treatment facilities, including both process systems and yard piping layouts. The role requires deep proficiency in AutoCAD Plant 3D, strong understanding of plant Layout, piping systems, instrumentation, and plant design standards, and proven experience preparing pipeline profile drawings and 2D construction deliverables derived from 3D models. The successful candidate will demonstrate advanced technical competence in piping and facility design, precise drafting skills, and a disciplined approach to applying standard details and design templates to achieve clarity and constructability in all deliverables. This position will support both corporate and manufacturing engineering functions and play a critical role in maintaining the consistency and quality of design output across projects.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities:

Design Development and 3D Modeling

• Develop and maintain intelligent 3D plant models using AutoCAD Plant 3D for water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Generate and annotate 2D fabrication, construction, and layout drawings directly from 3D models, including general arrangements, sections, and isometrics.
• Prepare and maintain accurate Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) reflecting process and control intent.
• Design comprehensive facility and yard piping layouts, ensuring proper routing, connectivity, and maintainability of buried and above-ground systems.
• Produce detailed pipeline profile drawings, including pipe slopes, elevations, fittings, and utility crossings.
• Apply and reference corporate standard details to supplement design layouts, ensuring constructability and consistency across projects.

Piping and Material Coordination

• Design and model piping systems utilizing a variety of materials, including PVC, HDPE, Zeron 100 (Super Duplex), 316 Stainless Steel, Ductile Iron, and CLDI.
• Apply correct ANSI flange ratings, valve types, pressure classes, and fitting standards in all design outputs.
• Ensure compliance with ASME, AWWA, and relevant piping codes and design standards.
• Work closely with mechanical and process engineers to validate piping layouts, hydraulic suitability, and installation feasibility.

Instrumentation and Interdisciplinary Integration

• Integrate instrumentation components—such as flow meters, level sensors, analyzers, and control valves—into 3D models and associated drawings.
• Collaborate with Electrical and Instrumentation Engineers to coordinate control devices, cable routes, and panel interfaces.
• Generate accurate instrument location plans, annotations, and tag lists consistent with P&IDs and project standards.

Drawing Quality, Coordination, and Standards

• Produce high-quality, clearly annotated drawings suitable for fabrication, construction, and field installation.
• Maintain and control drawing revisions, transmittals, and registers per corporate document management procedures.
• Conduct self-checks and participate in design and model reviews for constructability, functionality, and compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with Process, Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil teams to ensure multidisciplinary model integrity.
• Support fabrication shops and field installation teams by providing drawing clarifications, asbuilt updates, and redline modifications.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of CAD standards, drawing templates, and standard detail libraries.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in 3D CAD design for water and wastewater treatment plants or similar industrial facilities.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD Plant 3D, including equipment modeling, piping design, and orthographic/isometric generation.
• Demonstrated experience producing yard piping layouts and pipeline profile drawings.
• Strong understanding of piping systems, materials, valves, and instrumentation integration.
• Ability to interpret and prepare P&IDs, general arrangements, and fabrication-level deliverables.
• Proficiency in applying standard detail drawings to improve layout clarity and support field constructability.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Proven ability to coordinate across disciplines and maintain drawing accuracy under tight schedules.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills in a multi-discipline engineering environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with skid-mounted modular systems or prefabricated water treatment packages.
• Familiarity with Navisworks, Revit, or Inventor for 3D coordination and model visualization.
• Exposure to instrument loop drawings, control system integration, and I&E coordination.
• Prior involvement with fabrication, field installation, or construction support activities.
• Mentorship or team coordination experience within a design department.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.