Piping Designer II

Audubon is currently seeking a Piping Designer II to join the team in Houston, TX. The Piping Designer II will perform assignments associated with designing piping equipment, components, structures, or systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed drawings of parts and assemblies from layouts, designs, and working drawings, including necessary projections, sectional views, and standard specifications.
• Interpret verbal or written direction to initiate a preliminary design.
• Assist with stress analysis, compile construction specifications, equipment and material procurement, calculations, and estimates.
• Prepare parts lists, procurement lists, bills of material (BOM), and specifications when drawings are complete.
• Revise lists, drawings, and BOMs consistent with engineering changes and implement revisions and change control per company standards under senior‑level direction.
• Assemble information and reference drawings from a variety of sources; continually look for product improvements and cost reductions.
• Determine and initiate drawings/models based on optimal views for communicating construction intent.
• Assist with field surveys, document existing conditions, and recommend design solutions.
• Check field red‑lined drawings and generate accurate as‑built drawings as needed.
• Review and assist in preparation of Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals.
• Design components or portions of systems and modify existing designs to develop or improve them.
• Utilize 2D or 3D CAD software to create layouts of piping systems, devices, and components, and produce fabrication and assembly drawings.
• Create documentation required to process Engineering Change Orders (ECO).
• Use engineering sketches, specifications, and supporting documents to design, detail, document, and verify piping parts, subassemblies, assemblies, or system configurations.
• Identify dimensions, angles, curvatures, tolerances, and materials necessary for optimal construction.
• Analyze the effect of proposed changes for fit and interference problems and recommend solutions or alternate construction options.
• Produce drawings and deliverables using company standards within the project‑approved schedule and budget.
• Maintain proper file management in accordance with company and industry standards.
• Interact and communicate effectively with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and other consultants.
• Perform field data gathering when requested by supervisor or manager.
• Track and maintain awareness of overall schedule and budget for assigned projects.
• Comply with all company and client health, safety, security, and environmental (HSSE) standards as well as federal and local HSSE regulations.
• Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, reporting any unsafe acts, conditions, or incidents promptly.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities

• Support Audubon Companies’ HSE policies and procedures.
• Perform duties in a manner that protects personal and team health and safety.
• Participate in required HSE training, meetings, and reporting activities.
• Identify and report hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
• Follow safe work practices and comply with applicable regulatory requirements.

Experience and Skill Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s Degree from a technical institution preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience preferred.
• AutoCAD experience required; CADWorx and PDMS experience preferred.
• Microsoft Office experience preferred.
• Field experience preferred.
• Experience in offshore oil & gas, onshore gas processing, hydrocarbon storage and transportation, chemical manufacturing, or refining required.
• Small/medium project lead experience preferred.
• Strong problem‑solving ability and proactive approach to work‑related issues.
• Ability to comprehend instructions, request clarification, and work in a team‑oriented environment.
• Creative thinking to generate new concepts or ideas.
• Decision‑making capability to solve problems and achieve goals.
• Accountability for actions and responsibilities.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting drawing markups and engineering drawings.
• Skilled in using conventional drafting tools and CAD software to meet drafting requirements.