Piping Designer

PTS Advance • Houston, TX

1d

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Senior Piping Designer to support capital projects, maintenance initiatives, and facility modifications for pipeline, terminal, and process facility operations. This position will be responsible for developing and coordinating engineering design packages, preparing technical drawings, supporting project execution, and collaborating with engineering, construction, operations, and project management teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Requirements

• 8+ years of piping design experience in the oil & gas, petrochemical, pipeline, terminal, or related industrial industries.
• Strong understanding of piping systems, equipment layouts, drafting standards, and engineering documentation.
• Experience developing PFDs, P&IDs, plot plans, isometrics, and construction drawing packages.
• Familiarity with piping materials, specifications, line classes, and industry codes and standards.
• Ability to perform material take-offs and develop material requisitions.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with multidisciplinary project teams.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting pipeline, terminal, refinery, petrochemical, or midstream facilities.
• Knowledge of in-service welding requirements and PAL development.
• Experience working with project management and construction teams in a fast-paced project environment.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, CADWorx, Plant 3D, MicroStation, or similar design software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise Piping & Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs), Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), equipment layouts, plot plans, isometrics, and construction drawings.
• Assign equipment, instrument, valve tags, and piping line numbers in accordance with company standards.
• Prepare and maintain equipment lists, instrument indexes, and related project documentation.
• Resolve drawing development issues and update record drawings to reflect field changes.
• Provide drafting and design support for both ongoing operations and capital projects.
• Participate in project meetings to understand project scope, requirements, and deliverables.
• Assist in developing project scopes, engineering scopes of work, and construction work packages.
• Support project execution by coordinating design deliverables and ensuring timely completion of drafting activities.
• Review project schedules and manpower estimates to support efficient project execution.
• Coordinate design reviews and distribute project packages to stakeholders for review and approval.
• Perform material take-offs and develop bills of materials.
• Prepare material data sheets and material requisitions.
• Communicate with vendors regarding material availability, specifications, and pricing.
• Support procurement activities by providing technical design information and documentation.
• Maintain project records, technical correspondence, and design documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, Procurement, Inspection, and Construction teams to resolve design and construction issues.
• Generate Pre-Assessment Letters (PALs) and support documentation for in-service welding activities when required.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of company design standards, specifications, and drafting procedures.
• Contribute to the development of standard drawings, drafting tools, and department procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of current design technologies, drafting software, and industry standards.
• Provide guidance and technical support to designers, drafters, and CADD personnel as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed