I&E 3D Design Lead

Role Summary
Optimized Process Designs (OPD), a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is hiring 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. The position is based in

Katy, TX

and reports to the I&E Design Manager.

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, and field devices.

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

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 visa sponsorship or transfer.

What Will Put You Ahead

Associate’s degree or higher in Electrical, Instrumentation, Design, or an equivalent technical discipline.

Extensive CADWorx modeling experience.

Practical field or construction experience supporting EPC projects.

Experience reviewing and validating vendor drawings and 3D models.

Working knowledge of industry standards such as ANSI, API, IEEE, NEMA, NFPA 70E, and PIP.

Proven ability to improve modeling efficiency, consistency, and design quality across projects.

Our Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending/health savings accounts.

Life insurance and additional disability (AD) coverage.

Retirement plan.

Paid vacation, holidays, and other time off.

Educational assistance.

Infertility assistance.

Paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Exceptions where permitted by state law may apply. This employer uses E‑Verify.

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