Job DescriptionThe Sr Advanced CAD Specialist (Structural Designer) will be based in our Honeywell LNG Headquarters located in Allentown, PA on a hybrid basis. You will contribute to the LNG Manufacturing and Design Engineering (MDE) - Piping and Structural Design & Engineering (PSDE) team and other disciplines within the LNG organization.
- For the first 90 days, New Hires must be prepared to work 100% onsite M-F.
This role will focus on the creation and modification of 3D models, detailed structural design drawings, and Bills of Materials to support a complex and dynamic LNG equipment business. You will collaborate with other designers and engineers in the MDE team. Occasional collaboration with other functional areas including Process Engineering and Project Engineering will be required. Through collaboration with multiple engineering functions and manufacturing sites, the design team is responsible for designing and communicating the manufacturing details required to successfully build our state-of-the-art Coil Wound Heat Exchanger Technology, Cold Boxes, Modules, and other Equipment.
Other duties will include checking of detailed design drawings created by others, reviewing customer specifications, participating in internal and external model review meetings, and supporting heat exchanger design work, bid activities, continuous improvement, manufacturing activities, customer liaison, and field work. The position requires occasional domestic and international travel.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Utilize Hexagon's Smart 3D CAD applications to create 3D design models, detailed structural design drawings, and modify existing structural designs, including equipment layout and pipe support design.
- Maintain and check Smart 3D models for accuracy, manufacturability, and resolution of interferences.
- Build relationships for knowledge transfer and cross-functional knowledge of related work groups.
- Ensure MDE design and drawing deliverables are clear and understandable for our customers and manufacturing sites.
- Create and check drawings following established Honeywell drafting practices, with a focus on design safety.
- Review customer specifications and align scope of supply during project bidding.
- Act as the lead Structural Designer from conception through project execution.
- Participate in model review meetings with customers and EPCs to ensure compliance with engineering and fabrication standards.
- Occasionally participate in plant visits and international field repair trips as assigned.
QualificationsYOU MUST HAVE- Associate degree in Mechanical Design Technology, Drafting, or a related technical field, with at least 5 years of relevant structural design experience; or a minimum of 7 years of structural design experience in lieu of a degree.
- Demonstrated proficiency in CAD drafting and 3D modeling, preferably using tools such as Hexagon's Smart 3D (S3D) plant design software.
- Strong working knowledge of the AISC Steel Construction Manual, ASTM standards, AWS welding codes, and other applicable international standards.
- Extensive experience in structural design, including detailed design of structural connections.
WE VALUE- Associate Degree in Mechanical Design Technology/Drafting or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
- Excellent knowledge of Hexagon's Smart 3D plant design application.
- Familiarity with other CAD applications such as SolidWorks, MicroStation, Revit, Navisworks, or Hexagon's CADWorx.
- Advanced technical knowledge in design and drafting standards across multiple engineering disciplines.
- Ability to interpret Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
- Piping design and layout experience is a plus
- Experience with Microsoft Office tools.
- Collaborative skills with an ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational, communication, time management, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to foster collaboration among diverse engineering disciplines.
- Highly motivated with the ability to work efficiently in a dynamic environment with competing priorities.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and personal development.
- Ability to manage conflicts and maintain positive working relationships.
- Willingness for personal and professional development through training and certification courses.
US PERSON REQUIREMENTDue to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. Person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or have the ability to obtain an export authorization.
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELLIn addition to a performance-driven salary, cutting-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information: https://benefits.honeywell.com/
The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posting date: 5/28/2026
