Pipe Support Engineer

Holtec International • East Pittsburgh, PA

43d • $110,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Pipe Support Engineer designs and implements pipe support solutions to help ensure piping systems are structurally sound, constructible, and functional. This is an on-site position in Camden, New Jersey. The role involves designing support systems, interpreting piping stress analysis, producing calculations and drawings, coordinating with engineering teams, reviewing vendor documentation, and supporting construction. The position works with applicable ASME and MSS standards and 3D design tools.

Compensation is stated as $110,000 to $135,000 annually, based on skills and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) plan with company matching; paid time off and holidays; wellness and commuter programs; company-paid life and AD&D insurance; education assistance; and employee support and voluntary benefits. Hybrid opportunities may be available for eligible roles where business needs and role requirements allow.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in piping support engineering.
• Knowledge of pipe support hardware and thermal expansion effects.
• Familiarity with piping stress analysis outputs.
• Knowledge of ASME B31.1, B31.3, and MSS standards.
• Experience with SmartPlant 3D, PDMS/E3D, AutoCAD, or MicroStation.
• Ability to perform support calculations and material takeoffs (MTOs).
• Strong coordination and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in nuclear or heavy industrial projects, including ASME Section III (NF) pipe supports.
• Knowledge of dynamic supports, including snubbers and seismic supports.
• Familiarity with FEA tools such as ANSYS, STAAD.Pro, and/or GT-STRUDL.
• Ability to use Lisega LICAD software to produce vendor support assemblies.
• Eligibility to work under 10 CFR Part 810.
• Familiarity with pipe support vendor components such as LISEGA (preferred), ANVIL, and Hilti.

Responsibilities

• Design pipe support systems, including rigid supports, spring supports, snubbers, guides, and anchors.
• Interpret piping stress analysis results and develop appropriate support configurations.
• Prepare and review pipe support drawings, standards, and fabrication sketches.
• Perform support design calculations and load evaluations.
• Prepare and review pipe support analysis reports for piping systems, including Weld Pipe Attachment (WPA) evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, and MSS standards.
• Coordinate with piping stress, layout, and structural teams.
• Develop support configurations and designs in 3D tools such as SmartPlant 3D and PDMS, and use Navisworks for model review.
• Review vendor drawings and pipe support hardware documentation.
• Prepare material requisitions and perform technical bid evaluations.
• Support construction and resolve field issues.

Benefits

• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision coverage with an employer premium contribution and Day 1 eligibility.
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5% company match and immediate vesting.
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays.
• Wellness program with rewards for participation in company-supported health initiatives.
• Commuter benefits for mass transit and commuter parking.
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Education assistance for continued education and professional growth.
• Employee Assistance Program and optional benefits, including disability, legal, identity theft, and insurance programs.
• Hybrid work opportunities may be available for eligible roles, depending on business needs and role requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level