Sr Piping Designer

Responsibilities

• Piping Design and Drafting
• Develop detailed 2D and 3D piping designs and layouts for industrial facilities.
• Create efficient piping system designs based on project requirements, P&IDs, and client specifications.
• Prepare piping general arrangement drawings, isometric drawings, and fabrication drawings.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and best practices, including ASME, ANSI, API, and ISO.
• Optimize piping layouts for operational accessibility, safety, and constructability.
• Perform thorough checks and reviews of piping drawings, isometrics, and material take-offs for technical accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
• Validate the correctness of dimensions, material specifications, and system configurations.
• Identify design discrepancies, clashes, or potential issues, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure all piping deliverables align with client requirements and project scopes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical, process, civil, and electrical engineers, to ensure cohesive designs.
• Coordinate with other designers and external stakeholders to resolve interface and spatial challenges.
• Participate in design reviews and provide input to improve system functionality and design efficiency.
• Support the construction team by addressing design-related queries and providing field modifications if necessary.
• Lead and mentor junior piping designers and drafters, ensuring adherence to project schedules and quality standards.
• Share technical expertise and provide guidance on complex design challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree preferred.
• Minimum 8-10+ years' experience in piping design in Plant 3D.
• Familiarity with relevant Engineering Department Procedures, design standards, and guides.
• Skill in reading, interpreting, and using related documents and drawings prepared by other project groups.
• Knowledge of the application of engineering and construction materials related to the discipline’s design responsibilities.
• Basic knowledge of industry and regulatory standards, design criteria, and codes relevant to the discipline.
• Knowledge of mathematical formulae and design calculations used in the discipline.
• General knowledge of technical responsibilities of other groups associated with the total design effort.
• Experience with equipment design, layout, and installation of systems is required.
• Site engineering and construction experience preferred.
• MS Office suite skills required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to physically move about in an Industrial Plant and take field measurements with a tape measure and other electronic measuring devices.

Technical Expertise and Documentation

• Ensure compliance with local and international piping codes and standards (e.g., ASME B31.3, B31.4, API 570).
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, including reports, design philosophies, and construction support packages.
• Stay updated on new industry trends, technologies, and software tools.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Must be able to physically move about in an Industrial Plant and be able to climb ladders, stairs, and access tight places.
• Occasional travel to project site is required.
• Must be able to take field measurements with a tape measure and other electronic measuring devices.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Business casual work environment.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• A 401(k) retirement plan with immediate vesting and company safe harbor matching.

About the Role

• Fluid Quip Technologies provides custom technologies and engineering services to the biofuel and biochemical industries worldwide.
• Green Plains Inc., Ospraie Management, and funds and accounts managed by BlackRock hold a majority interest in Fluid Quip.
• All potential employees will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check administered by Green Plains, Inc. prior to employment.
• Equal Opportunity Employer.