Designer – Piping

About the role

NorthStar Energy Services is seeking an experienced and technically strong Designer to join the Professional Engineering Consulting team in Arlington or Houston, Texas. This role requires hands-on leadership for complex deliverables while supporting project execution under the direction of the Design Supervisor and Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities

• Design Develop and maintain 3D piping models using CADWorx Plant (2020 or later versions).
• Create 3D equipment models utilizing CADWorx Equipment (2020 or later versions).
• Generate piping isometrics from 3D models using CADWorx Isogen.
• Produce equipment and piping layout designs based on Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Coverage with engineering and design disciplines to ensure proper model integration, spatial coordination, and design accuracy.
• Coordinate with stress and pipe support engineers, construction teams, and vendors during the development of piping designs to ensure proper model integration and space management.
• Assist Discipline Engineers in the review of vendor equipment drawings to verify compliance with design intent and project specifications.
• Support project teams in maintaining accurate models and drawing documentation in accordance with company and client standards.
• Prepare drawings, layouts and conceptual sketches to support construction activities, change orders, and project cost estimates.
• Compile and maintain project documentation, including status reports, punch lists, progress sketches, and material quantity calculations, and communicate updates to the Piping Lead.

Qualifications & Experience

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical discipline.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in piping systems design.
• Minimum of five (5) years of current experience with AutoCAD, CADWorx, Navisworks, and Microsoft Office.
• Detailed knowledge in the application of Codes and current Standards, including but not limited to:ASME B31.3ASME B31.4ASME B31.8

What You'll Bring

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with designers, engineers, project managers, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to react promptly and efficiently shifts priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.