Senior Piping Designer

Responsibilities

• Develop creative, high-precision 3D models and detailed engineering drawings for facility layouts, system modifications, and new equipment development.
• Prepare drawings for piping systems and layouts in accordance with project specifications, codes, and standards.
• Prepare and review: piping isometrics, general arrangement (GA) drawings, 2D and 3D design models and project line list.
• Utilize SmartPlant Foundation (SPF) to manage engineering data, documentation, and workflows.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes such as ASME Section III, ASME B31.1, and client standards.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex design issues, interferences, and model clashes.
• Serve as a technical lead/supervisor for piping design on assigned projects.
• Supervise, coordinate, and manage design work across multiple concurrent projects.
• Provide daily direction, oversight, and performance accountability for designers/drafters.
• Mentor and develop junior staff; promote knowledge sharing and best practices.
• Provide man-hour estimates and support project planning activities.
• Ensure ownership of project deliverables, including quality, budget, and schedule adherence.
• Work closely with engineers and cross-functional teams (mechanical, structural, electrical and instrumentation).
• Plan, facilitate, and lead 3D model reviews and constructability assessments.
• Cook up vendor data integration and document control workflows within SPF.
• Develop and maintain department standards, templates, and design guides.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, technical standards, and execution efficiency.
• Support data governance and digital engineering best practices within SPF environments.
• Perform thorough self-checks of drawings and 3D models to identify potential issues early and ensure accuracy and quality.
• Review and provide feedback on drawings produced by peers; mentor junior drafters/designers as needed.
• Maintain red-line documents (ECNs, FCRs, etc.) and ensure compliance with internal and client design standards.
• Meet schedule objectives and support project execution with reliable design deliverables.
• Occasionally travel for short trips to obtain site or facility credentials.
• Provide on-site field support and resolve design issues during construction as needed.
• Develop piping construction scope of work documentation.
• Support installation planning and constructability reviews.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree with 6+ years of experience, OR High school diploma with 10+ years of experience, OR Bachelor’s Degree with 3+ years of design experience.
• Experience in nuclear, oil & gas, petrochemical, or power generation industries.
• Advanced proficiency with: SmartPlant Foundation (SPF) (data/document management, workflows), 3D design systems such as: Smart 3D (SP3D), PDS, Plant 3D, Octave Forte 3D or similar, AutoCAD (2D/3D).
• A passion for creative piping and equipment layouts and facility design.
• Strong knowledge of ANSI/ASME codes and standards.
• Understanding of engineering discipline practices and the ability to coordinate design work across other disciplines.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to learn new design tools and adapt to evolving project needs.
• Understanding of construction practices and field installation methodologies.
• Experience in EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) or Consulting Engineering environments.
• Experience in Leadership and mentoring a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Occasional travel to client sites.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.