I&E 3D Design Lead

Your Job

Optimized Process Designs (OPD), a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is seeking an I&E 3D Design Lead to lead and actively participate in the development of high-quality, constructable 3D I&E design models across a portfolio of EPC projects.

Operating under the direction of the I&E Design Manager, the I&E 3D Design Lead serves as the primary technical authority for I&E 3D modeling, while mentoring designers and coordinating closely with piping, civil, structural, procurement, and construction.

This role will sit in office in Katy, TX Monday - Friday.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Our Team

OPD is an engineering/construction company with an expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries.

OPD is part of the larger Koch organization which provides a variety of capabilities across many industries.

Originally incorporated in 1980, OPD has developed a strong reputation for honesty, integrity, and ability to successfully execute projects.

OPDs industry experience, flexibility, and personal attention have made us a preferred partner to our customers and our tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere makes OPD a great place to work.

What You Will Do


* Lead development and execution of the I&E 3D model from early project phases through IFC and construction support


* Establish, maintain, and enforce I&E 3D modeling standards, model organization, and best practices


* Actively model and review I&E scope including - cable tray, duct banks, electrical equipment, instrumentation equipment, junction boxes, field devices


* Coordinate I&E 3D scope with piping, civil, and structural


* Perform and lead model QA/QC reviews


* Provide technical guidance, coaching, and oversight to I&E 3D designers


* Support development of 3D-derived deliverables, including plans, sections, isometrics, and construction details


* Review vendor equipment drawings and 3D models and integrate approved vendor data into the project model


* Support field and construction teams by responding to model-related RFIs and providing design clarification as needed


* Promote and reinforce a safety-first culture in all design activities

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* Demonstrated experience providing technical direction to I&E Designers


* Willingness to independently perform detailed I&E modeling while also conducting formal technical reviews of design deliverables


* Experience producing electrical and instrumentation designs for industrial and/or EPC projects


* Experience with CADWorx and/or other 3D design platforms


* Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship now or in the future

What Will Put You Ahead


* Associate's degree or higher in Electrical, Instrumentation, Design, or equivalent technical discipline


* Extensive CADWorx modeling experience
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