What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Piping Designer position at Roeslein & Associates?
Designers/Drafters
St. Louis, MO
ID: 4236-226
Full-Time/Regular
Roeslein & Associates is a global leader in engineering, manufacturing, and construction services, specializing in modular, pre-fabricated solutions for the energy, beverage, and industrial sectors. With a focus on safety, innovation, and sustainability, Roeslein delivers turnkey project execution from concept to commissioning across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.
Position Summary
The Senior Piping Designer will serve as a lead piping designer on projects utilizing AutoCAD Plant 3D and provide mentoring and coaching to peers. This role will assist the manager with the creation and maintenance of pipe department standard drawings, blocks, templates, and Plant 3D pipe specifications. The position requires initiative, ownership of project work, and strong personal leadership.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Develop 3D piping models from P&IDs, specifications, and equipment information
- Mentor and coach less experienced designers to support efficient pipe routing and best practices
- Provide technical support and collaborate with engineering and project management throughout project execution
- Assist in resolving complex piping design challenges
- Support the creation, maintenance, and enforcement of department standard drawings, blocks, templates, and Plant 3D pipe specifications
- Lead 3D model design reviews
- Create accurate and constructible designs to reduce fabrication errors
- Create and revise P&IDs, PFDs, piping orthographics, and isometric drawings
- Assemble fabrication and installation drawing packages
- Create, read, and understand line lists, valve lists, and tie-in lists
- Apply basic knowledge of pipe stress in piping systems
- Provide proper pipe support details, locations, and spans
- Review and redline vendor drawings for equipment and pipe components
- Conduct peer reviews to ensure compliance with engineering standards and client specifications
- Check drawings for accuracy, codes, and required specifications
- Create and maintain pipe specifications and catalogs within Plant 3D
- Associate degree in Computer-Aided Drafting or related field preferred
- Minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a pipe designer required
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and AutoCAD Plant 3D required (proficiency will be tested)
- Proficient with Navisworks Freedom/Simulate/Manage
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Familiarity with Autodesk Vault preferred
- Ability to work on multiple projects with varied scope and manage priorities
- Ability to learn new skills and adapt quickly
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong organization and planning skills
- Strong interpersonal, listening, and communication skills
- Ability to work hands-on, multi-task, and collaborate across disciplines
- Ability to work with shop/fabrication leads to resolve constructability concerns
- Ability to interact professionally with co-workers, clients, vendors, and other business partners
- Must uphold Roeslein’s core values and professional standards
- Valid driver’s license required for travel between St. Louis, MO and Red Bud, IL
Roeslein offers competitive wages, bonus opportunities, paid time off, personal and recovery days, travel bonuses, and paid holidays. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability; life and travel insurance; paid parental leave; a 401(k) with company match; and an ESOP. Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support are also available.
Roeslein & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All job offers are contingent upon passing a drug screen and criminal background check. This job description may not include all essential duties required for this position.