Piping Designer

Edgewater Technical Associates • Johnson City, TN

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About The Position

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking a Piping Designer in Johnson City, Tennessee, to support engineering design activities for a complex industrial facility involving process piping, mechanical equipment, and associated support systems. The role requires proficiency in AutoCAD Plant 3D, hands-on field experience, and the ability to develop accurate piping layouts and detailed design packages. Experience supporting industrial manufacturing, chemical processing, or other highly regulated facilities is well suited to the position.

Requirements

• Experience using AutoCAD Plant 3D for piping modeling and design.
• Field experience performing walkdowns, verifying existing conditions, and incorporating field measurements into design packages.
• Experience developing piping layouts, isometric drawings, and detailed fabrication or installation drawings.
• Working knowledge of P&IDs, piping components, valves, fittings, and industrial mechanical systems.
• Understanding of piping design practices, equipment interfaces, and applicable industry codes and standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and design documentation.
• Strong coordination skills and ability to work effectively with engineers, designers, and field personnel.
• United States citizenship.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Drafting, Design Technology, or a related technical discipline; relevant experience in lieu of formal education may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify 3D piping models, equipment layouts, and detailed drawings using AutoCAD Plant 3D.
• Prepare piping plans, elevations, isometrics, fabrication drawings, and installation details.
• Design piping systems for industrial process equipment, utilities, and mechanical support systems.
• Perform field walkdowns to verify existing conditions, collect measurements, and identify installation constraints.
• Incorporate field data, equipment specifications, and engineering requirements into piping designs.
• Coordinate piping layouts with mechanical, structural, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines to identify and resolve interferences.
• Develop and update piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment arrangements, and design documentation.
• Support piping material specifications, valve and equipment placement, pipe supports, and maintenance accessibility requirements.
• Review drawings for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable project standards and design requirements.
• Support design reviews, field modifications, and resolution of technical issues during construction and installation.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Pre- and post-tax 401(k) retirement account with company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning on day one.
• Competitive salaries and employee benefit packages with multiple individual and family benefit options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree