Piping Technical Specialist I

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors•Decatur, IL

About The Position

The Piping Technical Specialist I coordinates with the client’s RFMS department on small and large engineering projects, applying theoretical knowledge and practical maintenance methods under general supervision. The role supports mechanical integrity and reliability maintenance coordination, engineering documentation, design reviews, procurement packages, construction specifications, and fieldwork. The specialist coordinates information among RFMS groups, client teams, vendors, and other engineering disciplines to support project delivery and documentation turnover. The position also provides technical guidance to less experienced personnel, assists with process improvements, and develops small work-sharing packages for interoffice execution.

Requirements

Associate degree in Engineering Technology.
At least 10 years of relevant industrial experience in mechanical integrity and reliability maintenance coordination.
Knowledge of rotating and fixed equipment design, drawings, manuals, spare parts, and information needed for plant maintenance.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements supporting plant startup and operation.
Understanding of reliability and maintenance information requirements.
Ability to communicate project needs to manufacturers to ensure the client receives accurate and sufficient documentation.
Knowledge of design standards and codes.
Knowledge, application, and specification of piping materials.
Knowledge and application of company engineering design standards.
Knowledge of discipline-specific methods, practices, and techniques for engineering, designing, and constructing process and manufacturing projects.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
Ability to proficiently interface with client database software.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent presentation skills.
Developed virtual-team skills and cross-divisional relationships, with the ability to provide interoffice execution support under general supervision.
Ability to lift and carry more than 25 pounds; handle, install, position, and move materials and equipment using the body, especially hands and arms; climb multiple flights of stairs while carrying equipment; and perform duties while wearing personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.

Responsibilities

Use department vendor-data organization and design and drafting standards.
Become familiar with project scope, specifications, and design criteria when assigned to a project task team.
Provide on-site assistance for meetings and training.
Maintain organized files for efficient checking and use by teammates and the client, and prepare drawings as deliverables when required.
Coordinate with RFMS groups to gather required information and deliver it to the client documentation database.
Consult with design leaders from other disciplines and the RFMS group to facilitate the flow of information needed to complete projects on schedule.
Review and check vendor and other-discipline drawings for mechanical input.
Produce documentation efficiently, emphasizing ease of turnover and a completed product that meets client expectations.
Assist RFMS groups with improving documentation-transfer processes for mechanical, process, electrical, and instrumentation equipment, and provide periodic presentations on current processes.
Check calculations prepared by other engineers for accuracy and conformance with codes, specifications, design criteria, and good engineering practice.
Advise senior engineering personnel of identified design or scope changes.
Assist engineers in assembling scopes, drawings, and specifications into packages for mechanical purchase inquiries and procurement or subcontract pricing.
Develop construction specifications.
Review fabrication drawings and other construction submittals for conformance with engineering drawings and specifications.
Perform fieldwork to gather field data and provide construction support.
Provide technical guidance to less experienced drafting and engineering personnel.
Apply advanced engineering techniques and analysis to complex designs.
Develop small work-sharing packages for interoffice execution support.