Piping Designer III

Amentum•Englewood, CO

About The Position

Amentum is seeking a Piping Designer to develop efficient, cost-effective piping systems using computer-aided design programs such as AutoCAD Plant 3D. The role requires strong drafting skills, familiarity with industry regulations, and several years of construction or 3D modeling experience. A Professional Piping Designer Certification is preferred. Client projects for this position require U.S. citizenship. The designer develops 3D piping and equipment models, collaborates with engineers to ensure designs are sound, optimizes piping designs with some supervision, and contributes verbal input during model reviews. The role also produces and updates P&IDs and independently generates project deliverables for review. It includes basic knowledge of pipe specifications, materials, and applicable ASTM and ASME standards, as well as project estimating, schedule and budget tracking, and scope-change management. This position requires extended periods at a computer workstation and the ability to work in an environment with open discussions and visitors. Lifting up to 20 pounds may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The employer maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment substance abuse testing. The hiring range is $40–$52 per hour. Amentum offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off and holidays; retirement benefits including 401(k) matching; educational reimbursement; parental leave; an employee stock purchase plan; tax-saving options; disability and life insurance; and pet insurance. Benefits may vary by employment type, location, and applicable agreements.

Requirements

Six years of construction or 3D modeling experience.
Strong drafting skills and familiarity with industry regulations.
Skills with CAD software.
Analytical problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in current engineering design and drafting software packages.
Operational knowledge of spreadsheet and database programs.
Knowledge of AutoCAD 3D design.
U.S. citizenship is required for client projects associated with this position.
Ability to sit for extended periods at a computer workstation.
Ability to work without being distracted by open discussions and visitors.
May be required to lift up to 20 pounds.
Meets expectations for attendance and punctuality.

Nice To Haves

Professional Piping Designer Certification.
AutoCAD Plant 3D experience.

Responsibilities

Draft 3D models using CAD software.
Work with engineers to ensure designs are sound.
Develop 3D piping and equipment models for projects.
Optimize piping design with some supervision.
Provide verbal input during model reviews.
Draft P&ID redlines and incorporate redlines into existing P&IDs.
Develop high-level P&IDs from scratch.
Generate project deliverables, including isometrics, piping plans, plot plans, and material takeoffs (MTOs), and review them before submitting for checking.
Generate piping estimates under supervision for management review.
Track project schedules and budgets, anticipating manpower overages or shortages.
Track project scope changes and initiate change orders with management.