Senior Piping Designer

Job Title: Piping Designer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Designer to join our Treatment Practice. This critical role supports the planning and design for a diverse range of water and wastewater treatment facilities by leading the production of detailed drawings, coordinating across disciplines, and supporting engineers. The ideal candidate will be a technical expert with strong leadership capabilities, passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance project delivery, efficiency, and quality within the AEC industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development, implementation, and enforcement of BIM/VDC standards, best practices, and workflows across multiple disciplines and projects.
• Develop design drawings for water and wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, pipelines, and related infrastructure.
• Interpret engineering sketches and specifications to produce construction documents using AutoCAD, Revit, and/or Civil 3D.
• Collaborate closely with civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and process engineering teams to integrate designs, resolve conflicts, and execute project-specific BIM Execution Plans (BEPs).
• Provide advanced technical support, troubleshooting, and training to project teams on various BIM software platforms, including Autodesk Revit, Civil 3D, and Navisworks.
• Conduct comprehensive clash detection, coordination, and model quality control reviews to identify and resolve conflicts early in the design process.
• Manage and develop BIM content libraries, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to company standards.
• Manage drawing sets, file organization, and adherence to firm and client CAD/BIM standards.
• Support the development of site layouts, piping schematics, equipment arrangements, and utility coordination.
• Research, evaluate, and integrate new VDC technologies and methodologies to continuously improve project delivery.
• Mentor junior designers and drafters, providing technical guidance and support as needed.
• Participate in field investigations, site visits, and as-built documentation.
• Stay current with evolving industry trends, software advancements, and regulatory requirements related to BIM and VDC.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in design/drafting for water/wastewater treatment projects in an A/E or consulting firm.
• At least 4 years of dedicated experience in BIM/VDC leadership, coordination, or management roles.
• Associate degree or technical diploma in drafting, design technology, or a related field.
• Expert-level proficiency in Autodesk Revit, Civil 3D, and Plant 3D.
• Familiarity with piping design, equipment layout, and structural coordination within treatment facilities.
• Understanding of municipal water/wastewater design standards, construction methods, and material specifications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Dynamo, Python, or other programming tools for BIM automation.
• Familiarity with design software like AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, Grasshopper.
• Professional licensure or certification.
• Demonstrated experience in managing complex BIM models, performing clash detection, and facilitating coordination meetings.
• Knowledge of SCADA/controls layouts and integration with mechanical/electrical systems.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated project leadership capabilities, including delegation and team coordination.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and communicate clearly with engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders.

Work Environment

Our culture is the foundation of our success, driven by a commitment to quality, integrity, creativity, and care. We foster a positive and inclusive environment where every team member feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. We emphasize a client-centric approach, collaboration, and innovation by encouraging diverse perspectives and embracing creative solutions to complex challenges. We are dedicated to community impact and actively engage with local non-profits and initiatives. Our focus on employee growth and development ensures continuous learning opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals.

This is a Permanent position based out of Greenville, SC.

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

Offer competitive benefits including: medical, dental vision 401(k) with company match PTO professional development

This is a fully onsite position in Greenville,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $85,000 - $110,000