Piping Sr. Designer/Checker

Matrix PDM Engineering•Robinson Township, PA

About The Position

The Sr. Designer/Checker, Piping is a senior-level design and drafting position responsible for producing design layouts and finished drawings. The role handles custom assignments that may include field surveys, design sketches, engineering support, piping design, layouts, final drawings, and checking assigned drawings for accuracy and completeness. The position acts as the Discipline Design Lead (DDL) and may serve as Project Design Lead (PDL) for all project disciplines as assigned, leading internal and external designers and drafters. The role supports the Squad Leader with job coordination and training, assists lower-classification drafters, and manages the scope, budget, and schedule of projects or assignments. It produces and checks facility, equipment, and piping layouts and drawings, reviews constructability and operational safety, and contributes to project meetings and communications. Occasional overtime and travel may be required.

Requirements

At least 4 years of related piping design and layout experience.
Advanced knowledge of 3D CAD systems, such as CADWorx, PDMS, or AVEVA.
Strong understanding of drafting disciplines such as piping and mechanical.
General understanding of fabrication, purchasing, and field construction.
Ability to review, interpret, and understand Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), vendor drawings, and piping details.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of API, ANSI, ASME, and other codes and standards applicable to piping design.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness.
Strong computer skills, including the MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
Strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously under time-sensitive deadlines.
Excellent listening, oral, and written communication skills.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline with a focus in piping design; equivalent education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
At least 2 years of experience at Matrix.
Experience with the AVEVA platform.
Exposure to Safety in Design.

Responsibilities

Support the Company’s commitment to safety and its Core Values, and adhere to the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
Assist the Squad Leader in determining how to meet job requirements, coordinating jobs, and conducting training.
Assist drafters in lower classifications with project-work questions and issues.
Prepare and manage project or assignment scope, budget, and schedule, including oversight of internal and external resources assigned to the work.
Participate in project meetings and communicate proactively outside of meetings.
Perform basic and complex facility, equipment, and piping layouts; produce new drawings and check drawings for accuracy and completeness.
Incorporate red marks from check prints and correct drawings as required.
Perform detailed dimensional and bill-of-material checks of drawings.
Check jobs for constructability, interferences, operational safety, and overall quality assurance.
Assist with determining project scope of work and man-hour estimates as needed.
Cooperate with team members and interact professionally with individuals at all organizational levels.
Function as the Discipline Design Lead (DDL) and, as assigned or required, the Project Design Lead (PDL), leading internal and external designers and drafters.
Perform additional responsibilities as directed.