Principal Piping Designer

Worley•Baton Rouge, LA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Worley is seeking an experienced Principal Piping Designer to join their Baton Rouge team, supporting projects across refining, chemicals, and energy transition sectors. This is a key leadership role responsible for delivering high-quality piping designs and supporting complex brownfield and greenfield projects along the Gulf Coast. The company focuses on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation, building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. They are reskilling their people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of their workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Requirements

10+ years of piping design experience in refining, petrochemical, or chemical facilities.
Strong expertise with SmartPlant 3D (SP3D), AVEVA E3D, or similar 3D modeling platforms.
Solid understanding of ASME B31.3 and industry standards.
Experience with brownfield modifications and site-based design.
Proven ability to lead or guide piping design teams.
Technical Diploma Required.

Nice To Haves

Strong communication skills and ability to work across disciplines.

Responsibilities

Lead piping design activities across all project phases (FEL through detailed design and execution).
Develop 3D models, piping layouts, and isometrics using SP3D, E3D, or similar tools.
Coordinate closely with process, mechanical, civil/structural, and stress teams.
Conduct field walkdowns, support tie-ins, and ensure constructability for brownfield projects.
Mentor junior designers and provide technical leadership.
Participate in model reviews, design reviews, and client interactions.
Support construction, commissioning, and site issue resolution.