Hardware Discipline Technologist Lead

Dow•Hahnville, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. About you and this role Dow is seeking the next Piping Designer to support St. Charles Operations in Hahnville, LA. In this role you will provide specialized technical support and solutions for project teams, operations and maintenance. You must understand and implement Most Effective Technology (MET), work process, tools and industry best practices within their discipline. This role requires advanced skills and expertise in a range of processes, procedures, and systems, and/or specialized technical expertise within an analytical/scientific method or operational process to perform a broad range of complex work assignments. You may act as a working team lead, providing subject matter guidance and coordinating work of others.

Requirements

A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED/equivalent.
A minimum of 5+ years of piping design experience.
Valid US Driver’s License.
Potential travel to additional Dow sites.
Must have strong MS Office skills.
Working knowledge of industry codes and standards (ISA, R110J).
Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements, please see: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic (If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser).
A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Nice To Haves

An associate degree or higher.
10+ years of piping design experience.
Previous experience and working knowledge of SP3D design tool, PDMS/E3D, SPR Smart Plant Review and/or Solid Works.
Familiarity with the use of laser scan technology within 3D model development.

Responsibilities

Applying technical knowledge in the design, application, and procurement of piping systems.
Field surveying and data gathering of existing piping systems tie-ins.
Ensure drawings and specifications are clear and meet the needs of the business.
Ensure reviews are completed on time and that drawings and specifications are followed by fabricators, constructors and maintenance contractors, when providing inspection.
Ensure deliverables meet the needs of the project: function as intended, on time and within budget.
Drive economic designs to ensure the best value is delivered to the business.
Field routing new pipelines and laying out new equipment in existing plant facilities.
Provide detailed fabrication drawings and installation details using SP3D, MicroStation and/or PDMS.
Drawing layout and generation using established pipe specifications, P&ID s, and detail design standards.
Preparing final piping detail design drawing package including job instructions, for IFA Issue for Approval, IFC Issue for Construction and MST Material Specification Transmittal.
Providing project leadership, coordination with other disciplines, and construction support when required.
Responsible for meeting project schedules and design team objectives.

Benefits

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only). Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)