Piping Designer - Early Career

The Pipe Designer is responsible for developing accurate, coordinated 2D and 3D piping design deliverables for process and utility systems. This includes piping layouts, isometrics, plot plans, material take-offs, and other design-related reports.

The Pipe Designer develops deliverables in accordance with project requirements, applicable industry codes and standards, and established design procedures. This position works collaboratively with engineers, lead designers, and other design disciplines to develop coordinated, clash-free designs using CAD software, 3D modeling tools, and other supporting resources.

Reports to: Pipe Design – Team Lead

• Accountability – Follows through on commitments, takes ownership of assigned work, and monitors the quality and timeliness of deliverables.


• Achievement Orientation – Works toward established goals and standards and completes assignments within required schedules.


• Collaboration – Works effectively with engineers, designers, and other disciplines; shares information and contributes to team success.


• Attention to Detail – Reviews work for accuracy, completeness, and consistency and identifies potential issues prior to deliverable release.


• Adaptability – Adjusts effectively to changing priorities, project requirements, and new processes or technologies.


• Communication – Communicates clearly and professionally with technical and non-technical team members and actively listens to understand requirements.


• Quality Focus – Follows established design procedures, standards, and quality requirements and promptly communicates potential quality concerns.


• Agility – Responds effectively to changing project conditions, learns from experience, and remains productive in a fast-paced environment.

• Develop and maintain 2D and 3D piping design deliverables in accordance with project requirements and established department procedures.


• Develop process and utility piping layouts, isometrics, plot plans, and other piping design documents.


• Create 2D drawings based on design guidelines, engineering sketches, redlines, and direction from Lead Designers or Checkers.


• Incorporate drawing markups and redlines accurately and efficiently.


• Reference and coordinate drawings and design information from other disciplines.


• Assist with the development and coordination of piping deliverables to support project requirements.


• Utilize CAD, 3D modeling, and other design software to develop and coordinate piping designs.


• Review models and drawings to identify potential interferences and support the development of clash-free designs.


• Prepare material take-offs and other project-related reports as required.


• Perform thorough self-checks of completed work to verify accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable standards.


• Follow department workflows, drawing standards, quality procedures, and document control requirements.


• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and other disciplines to resolve design and coordination issues.


• Apply applicable industry codes, standards, and project specifications to assigned design work.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• Certificate or diploma in drafting, design, piping design, or a related technical/trades discipline preferred.

• AutoCAD Plant 3D


• Navisworks


• Microsoft Office Suite


• PDF editing software


• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, sketches, and design markups


• Working knowledge of applicable ASME piping codes, standards, and specifications a plus


• Familiarity with PIP standards and plant layout and piping design practices a plus


• Basic understanding of piping design principles and plant design practices

• 1–3 years of closely related piping design or drafting experience.


• Experience in an engineering, EPC, fabrication, or industrial project environment a plus


• Experience developing 2D piping drawings and/or working with 3D plant design models preferred.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.