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Design Engineer

California SoftTech, Inc.Waltham, MA🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 12, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid Design Engineer role at California SoftTech offers a competitive hourly rate and the chance to contribute to critical LNG operations, sharpening your AutoCAD and P&ID skills. You'll thrive here if you're a detail-oriented mid-senior engineer eager to support project lifecycles and maintain essential documentation. Apply now to join a reputable company and grow your engineering expertise.

Quick Overview

Salary
$65 - $80/hr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Waltham, MA, United States
Posted
21 hours ago
AutoCADSolidWorks

Job Description

Job Title: Design Engineer
Location: Waltham, MA
Duration: 12 Months
Pay Range: $65-$80/hr on W2

Description: 

  • Support LNG operations by producing, updating, and maintaining compliant Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and related mechanical and minor civil drawings using company standards in AutoCAD.
  • Assist project engineers; support construction/start up activities; and maintain electronic drawings in “as built” status across department assets.
  • Maintain organized drawing files and follow company document control practices to keep drawings current. 

Responsibilities:

  ·       Use AutoCAD to prepare and revise P&IDs, general layouts, plans and profiles, fabrication drawings, isometrics, and pipe support details.
·       Draw finished designs from sketches/redlines; create and revise detail, assembly, and general arrangement drawings.
·       Set up and maintain an organized file system and drawing database with standardized naming conventions.
·       Convert legacy formats (e.g., Visio, AutoCAD LT) to a consistent, singular standard.
·       Perform site visits and field verification to confirm drawing accuracy.
·       Prepare minor civil drawings for equipment foundations and buildings.
·       Coordinate with engineers, project teams, and vendors to ensure accurate electronic representation and updated vendor resources.
·       Follow Management of Change processes to keep drawings aligned with capital projects and modifications.
·       Support development of as built records for existing facilities and capital projects.

Qualifications Required: 

  • ABET accredited Bachelor of Science Degree in an Engineering discipline is required. Position aligns closest to mechanical, civil, chemical, or similar engineering discipline.
  • Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD.
  • Proficient communication skills and ability to collaborate across all phases of a project.

 Preferred: 

  • Certifications: American Design Drafting Association (ADDA), Autodesk, and/or SolidWorks.
  • Prior gas design experience and knowledge of gas equipment.
  • Knowledge of relevant codes/standards (e.g., Federal DOT, Massachusetts state codes, applicable industry standards).
  • Understanding of LNG plant operations and maintenance functions.
  • Experience with CADWorx and/or AutoCAD Plant 3D.

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