Mechanical and Process Piping Designer - Chicago or Twin Cities

C-P Systems Corporation•Maplewood, MN

44d•$35 - $45•Remote

About The Position

C-P Systems, a process mechanical engineering consulting firm established in 1995, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Process Piping Designer. This remote position, located within 1 hour of Chicago or Minneapolis-Saint Paul, requires independence and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The designer will be responsible for designing and detailing process piping systems and equipment installations for clients across various industries. The successful applicant will be fully accountable for the development, coordination, and implementation of piping design directives from concept to completion. Strong attention to detail and communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work collaboratively across departments and projects. The role is full-time, permanent, and includes benefits. Familiarity with specific software like AutoCAD Plant 3D, ReCap, Navisworks, Inventor, SmartPlant P&ID, and Smart 3D is not mandatory, as the company is willing to train candidates experienced in piping design and industrial settings.

Requirements

8+ years of relevant design experience
Experience with piping design and plant layout in an industrial plant setting
Strong communication skills
Project management capabilities
US Citizenship (required by some of our customers)

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Autodesk's AutoCAD Plant 3D, ReCap, Navisworks, and Inventor, along with Intergraph's SmartPlant P&ID and Smart 3D.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with clients and engineers to understand project requirements.
Create, develop, and refine process piping designs for various systems.
Create detailed drawings, piping isometrics, and specifications to guide construction and installation activities.
Conduct field visits to measure and record specifications of existing piping systems and equipment, including laser scanning (using the company Leica RTC 360).
Ensure designs meet applicable codes and standards.
Provide positive working relationships with cross-functional teams to ensure project deadlines are met.
Generate P&IDs and process flow diagrams (PFDs).
3D modeling of process equipment, instrumentation, and piping.
Direct involvement with customers for design reviews (typically in Navisworks).
Work with engineering team to help model processes with the end deliverable being a complete mechanical bid package for construction.