Designer

BHE GT&S has an exciting career opportunity for a Designer 1/2/Sr or Lead Designer (AutoCAD) at our Cove Point LNG facility located in Lusby, MD.

Responsibilities

• Designs and produces engineering drawings for natural gas and liquified natural Gas, and auxiliary facilities. 
• Provides technical guidance to engineers and designers, ensuring drawing accuracy, consistency, and adherence to company drafting standards. 
• Maintains design consistency across the engineering team by applying established standards, best practices, and quality controls. 
• Collaborates with engineering and operations to optimize facility designs and ensure compliance with company specifications, safety requirements, and regulatory standards. 
• Maintains and updates standard drawings, facility drawings, and company drafting libraries to support ongoing operations and project needs. 
• Operates independently as a self‑starter, completing assignments with minimal supervision while managing priorities effectively. 
• Develops complete, timely, and accurate drawing packages for new, expanded, or modified facilities, supporting project objectives and construction schedules. 
• Reviews drawings to verify compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and company standards, identifying and resolving discrepancies as needed. 
• Evaluates design concepts and performs required engineering‑related calculations to ensure accuracy and feasibility. 
• Manages drawing documentation by organizing and maintaining drawing files, indexes, revision histories, and digital records in accordance with company document‑control procedures.
• Completes site visits with engineering and operations teams to ensure drawing accuracy as needed.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Strong understanding of process piping, engineering, and architectural principles
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of building codes and regulations
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Proficiency in AutoCAD software
• Strong technical drawing skills
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
• Solid understanding of design and construction processes
• Computer literacy, especially with design and drafting software
• Strong organizational skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Time management skills to handle multiple tasks

Qualifications

Designer 1: 

0-2 years of AutoCAD experience is required. 

Designer 2: 

At least 3 years of AutoCAD experience is required. 

Sr. Designer: 

At least 5 years of AutoCAD experience is required. 

Lead Designer:

7 or more years directly related experience.

All Levels: 

• Strong AutoCAD experience 
• Experience with 3D modeling software
• Strong math skills, including geometry, trigonometry, and higher mathematics.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical, structural, and electrical engineering design drafting principles.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills. 
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to size and design structural steel and reinforced concrete components.
• Strong communication skills, and ability to develop rapport with internal and external customers.

Lead Designer

• Knowledge of mechanical, structural, and electrical engineering design drafting principles.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations, related codes, and standards.
• Knowledge of company design and operating standards.
• Ability to 
  • Maintain and update DOT class location maps,
  • Plan and schedule work independently,
  • Lead and teach draftspersons. 
• Ability to size and design structural steel and reinforced concrete components. 
• Ability to complete designs for large and/or complex systems. 
• Ability to develop new applications within the AutoCAD and 3D Modeling systems.
• Strong math skills, including geometry and trigonometry for complex calculations.
• Excellent communication skills.

Education

Associate (Typically two years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess an associate's degree.)

Experience and professional certification in 3D modeling software such as Autodesk Plant 3D, Revit, or SolidWorks

Preferred Degree

Drafting Design, Engineering Technology, or Mechanical Drawing

BHE GT&S is an interstate natural gas transmission and storage company that gives large customers more options in moving gas safely, reliably and efficiently. Headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, with operations in 10 states, BHE GT&S employees take pride in our work and are committed to innovative and sustainable natural gas energy solutions. Through our liquefied natural gas facilities, multi-state pipeline systems, and storage operations we support a number of large customers, including major utilities, power plants, marine transportation and heavy-duty trucking, along with manufacturing. Our employees are integral to our success and work hard to exceed customer expectations. We provide fulfilling employment opportunities, are committed to attracting and retaining the best employees, and focus on providing a safe and inclusive work environment.
Our benefits are designed to offer choices to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Some of those choices include medical plans for individuals and families; health savings account or flexible spending accounts; dental and vision benefits for individuals and families; life insurance; hours of paid time off accrued per pay period; paid holidays; paid bereavement leave; 401(k) plan with employer match; short- and long-term disability plans; paid parental leave; educational assistance; adoption assistance; and other voluntary benefits such as auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and identity protection. Employees also participate in the company’s performance incentive plan based on plan eligibility. This award is made at management’s discretion and is based on your overall performance and the company’s performance. Non-exempt roles are eligible for overtime. BHE GT&S is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.