Fire & Gas Designer

Job Description

Applies engineering principles to design, modify or develop facilities, testing, machines, equipment or processes used in processing or manufacturing products by performing the following duties. 

*This position is located at NANA Worley Headquarters in Anchorage, AK. Remote work option may be considered on a case by case basis*

*This position is eligible for the NANA Worley Employee Referral Program, available only to NANA Worley employees*

Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently produces various fire and gas designs, which conform to applicable codes and specifications.
• Prepares or directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules and designs for project.
• Ensures that construction packages meet the expectations of the client, including other client representatives such as FCO and construction personnel.
• Provide design work for packages issued by Fire and Gas Business unit.
• Proficiently operates various AutoCAD systems.  Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform design tasks. .  
• Perform the development of the design package. Items developed include but, are not limited to: Detailed Scope of Work, estimates, major component lay out and wiring diagrams, Cause and Effects matrix, fabrication packages, material requisitions and safe out procedures
• Work with the F&G Engineer update project progress tracking information for the monthly status report.
• Maintain a Project issue resolution log for each project
• Work with the F&G Engineer to develop the conceptual work scope, and prepare technical drawings and documents of the work package through IFC.
• Coordinate as-built activities including record keeping.
• Interprets and applies codes, procedures, standards and specifications to accurately and efficiently produce quality designs packages.
• Interprets complex vendor data or drawings for conformance with project requirements and initiates resolution of any problems.
• Accurately develops material takeoffs, engineering man hour and total installed cost estimates.
• Consistently demonstrates example skills in structuring assigned activities, creativity, teamwork, handling a client’s changing needs, communications, operational efficiencies, decision making, and analyzing and solving problems.
• Inspects equipment for conformance with design specifications. Analyzes product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine designs that can be produced by existing manufacturing or processing facilities and methods.
• Analyzes engineering proposals, process requirements and related technical data pertaining to industrial machinery and equipment design.
• Determines feasibility of designing new plant equipment or modifying existing facilities considering costs, available space, time limitations, company planning and other technical and economic factors.
• Provides information to those in field construction. Provides accurate technical advice and training to others. Provides technical information concerning manufacturing or processing techniques, materials, properties and process advantages and limitations which affect long range plant and product engineering planning.
• Studies engineering and technical publications to keep abreast of technical changes and developments in industry.
• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit’s success also may be assigned.
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must have a minimum of five (5) years design experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have experience working with IBC, IFC and national fire codes.
• Requires Technical skills in electrical, instrumentation, automation, and fire and gas systems. 
• Documentum, EDDI and SAP experience is preferred. 
• Having Oil and Gas Experience in the Louisiana sector, including offshore hydrocarbon platform work in the Gulf of Mexico, with a preference for Pyrotronics, Det-Tronics and Honeywell training and experience is a plus.  
• Employee must be proficient with AutoCAD 12, AutoCAD 13 or AutoCAD 14. 
• Field experience is required within the Fire & Gas discipline.
• Microsoft Access Database experience required.

Language Skills:

Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals.  Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to management and client.

Mathematical Skills:

Comprehend and apply principles of calculus, modern algebra and statistical theory.  Ability to work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations and proofs and theorems.  Ability to apply mathematical operations to work projects.

Reasoning Ability:

Apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.  Ability to deal with non-verbal symbols (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in the most difficult phases.  Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Word word processing software; MS Excel software and current versions of AutoCAD design software.

Employee must be proficient with AutoCAD 12, AutoCAD 13 or AutoCAD 14.   

Field experience is required within the Fire & Gas discipline. Microsoft Access Database experience required.

Client Document Control systems experience in EDDI or SAP is preferred.

Certificates and Licenses:

No certifications required. NICET Certification in Fire Technology and Alaska State Fire Permit Level’s are a plus.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Listed on the Level Classification page, if applicable.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of managers, clients or employees of organization.

Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as fractions, proportions, and percentages.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Word, word processing software, and MS Excel spreadsheet software.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

 

Analytical

Synthesizes complex or diverse information;

Collects and researches data;

Uses intuition and experience to complement data;

Designs workflows and procedures.                                

 

Design

Generates creative solutions;

Translates concepts and information into images;

Uses feedback to modify designs;

Applies design principles;

Demonstrates attention to detail.

 

Problem Solving

Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;

Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;

Develops alternative solutions;

Works well in group problem solving situations;

Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Technical Skills

Assesses own strengths and weaknesses;

Pursues training and development opportunities;

Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills;

Shares expertise with others.

 

Interpersonal

Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming;

Maintains confidentiality;

Listens to others without interrupting;

Keeps emotions under control;

Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

 

Oral Communication

Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations;

Listens and gets clarification;

Responds well to questions;

Demonstrates group presentation skills;

Participates in meetings.

 

Team Work

Balances team and individual responsibilities;

Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views;

Gives and welcomes feedback;

Contributes to building a positive team spirit;

Puts success of team above own interests;

Able to build moral and group commitments to goals and objectives;

Supports others’ efforts to succeed;

Recognizes accomplishments of other team members.

 

Written Communication

Writes clearly and informatively;

Edits work for spelling and grammar;

Varies writing style to meet needs;

Presents numerical data effectively;

Able to read and interpret written information.

 

Strategic Thinking

Develops strategies to achieve long-term success.

 

Safety and Security

Observes safety and security procedures.

 

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit.  The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and talk or hear.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.