Fabrication Shop Engineer

Kokosing•Middletown, OH

About The Position

The Fabrication Shop Engineer is responsible for developing accurate, fabrication‑ready piping drawings and documentation to support off‑site manufacturing and modular construction operations. This role focuses on translating engineering deliverables into detailed spool drawings, module assemblies, and production packages that enable efficient, repeatable, and high‑quality fabrication in a controlled shop environment. This individual works closely with OSM engineering, production, quality, and logistics teams to ensure designs align with fabrication workflows, lifting/handling constraints, transportation limits, and installation sequencing.

Requirements

Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, CAD, or related field (or equivalent experience)
4+ years of experience in lieu of a degree is a plus but not required.
2+ years of experience detailing piping for fabrication.
Proficiency in AutoCAD software’s and Revit.
Experience supporting OSM, modular, or skid‑based construction projects.
Familiarity with ASME piping codes (B31.1, B31.3, etc.).
Understanding of fabrication sequencing and production scheduling.
Demonstrated leadership, communication and strong interpersonal skills are requisite.
Ability to support multiple projects at the same time with proven time management skills.
Ability to work independently or as a member of a team.
Strong work ethic to complete tasks in a high-quality manner.
Solid attention to detail with the ability to be a problem solver.
Ability to gain proficiency with owner specifications as well as estimating and other software.

Nice To Haves

Experience detailing for high‑throughput or repeatable fabrication environments.
Exposure to material tracking, ERP, or production management systems.
Must have piping, pipe support and skid/modular detailing experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed piping spool drawings, isometrics, and fabrication details from engineering drawings, 3D models, and specifications.
Produce fabrication and assembly drawings for modular piping systems, racks, skids, and pre‑assembled units.
Develop shop drawings suitable for fabrication, including weld locations, dimensions, tolerances, and material callouts.
Generate Bills of Material (BOMs), cut lists, and weld maps for fabrication planning.
Interpret P&IDs, piping plans, specifications, and client standards.
Coordinate with fabrication shop personnel to ensure drawings are constructible and efficient.
Revise drawings based on redlines, RFIs, and field/shop feedback.
Maintain drawing revisions and document control in accordance with company procedures.
Assist with resolving fit‑up or design conflicts prior to fabrication.
Ensure drawings comply with applicable codes and standards (ASME, AWS, project requirements).
Support standardization and repeatability by leveraging design templates and modular libraries.
Provide technical support for the project effort including participation in planning, interpretation of design, and resolution of design conflicts.
Represent the company, department, and/or project during client and project management meetings.
Interface with all departments as required to resolve problems and ensure quality of construction.
Coordinate with shop fabrication team and BIM/VDC Team
Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

Benefits

Kokosing offers competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and a 401K plan.
McGraw Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life, and disability insurance.
We also provide competitive incentives to eligible team members, like paid time off and 401K plus match to reward our team members for staying committed to our customers and keeping safety a priority.

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