Principal Piping Designer
About The Position
SoCalGas, the nation’s largest gas distribution utility, is dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and affordable energy to over 21 million Southern California customers. Through innovation, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to the needs of our communities we proudly uphold our mindset of “Glad to be of Service” and provide exceptional customer service today and ready to meet California’s energy needs with innovative solutions for tomorrow. As an employee of SoCalGas, you will support our core values to do the right thing, champion people, and shape the future. You will play a pivotal role in the energy transition initiatives, supporting our mission: Safe, reliable, and affordable energy delivery today. Ready for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting top talent and fostering a diverse workforce that reflects the vibrant communities we serve. As an employee of SoCalGas, you’ll enjoy a competitive compensation plan, upward mobility opportunities and the ability to find a true work life balance. Discover the rewards of joining SoCalGas by exploring our website: Our Mission; Sustainability; In the Community; and Employee Benefits. Join SoCalGas today and become a vital part of a team that is driving innovation, championing community needs, and shaping the future of energy in California.
Requirements
- Requires a 4 year degree in a relevant field, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
- Requires 5 years of related experience.
- Design Engineering - The process of devising a system, component, or process to meet desired needs.
- Engineering Drawing/Blueprint Interpretation - Engineering drawings are a rich and specific outline that shows all the information and requirements needed to manufacture an item or product.
- Technical Drawing - Technical drawing, also known as an engineering drawing, is a detailed, precise diagram or plan that conveys information about how an object functions or is constructed.
- Computer-Aided Design (CAD) - The use of computers to aid in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimization of a design.
- 2D/3D Modeling - Creating two-dimensional or three-dimensional drawings of objects, with 2D mainly for line drawings and 3D modeling for creating spaces and objects.
- Regulatory Compliance - Ensuring an organization's adherence to laws, regulations, guidelines and specifications relevant to its business processes.
- Prototyping - Building an early sample, model, or release of a product for the purpose of testing a concept or process.
- Quality Management - Quality management ensures that an organization, product or service is consistent. It has four main components: quality planning, quality assurance, quality control and quality improvement.
- Requirements Management - The process of documenting, analyzing, tracing, prioritizing and agreeing on requirements and then controlling change and communicating to relevant stakeholders.
- Documentation & Records Management - Creating, distributing, using, maintaining and disposition of recorded information maintained as evidence of business activities and transactions.
Nice To Haves
- Expertise in AutoCAD Plant 3D
- Knowledge of piping design
- Understanding of construction practices
- Strong leadership abilities
- Strong communication abilities
- Strong problem-solving abilities
Responsibilities
- Delivers advanced models and detailed documentation that ensure constructability, regulatory compliance, and project efficiency.
- Leads the development and review of 3D models, piping layouts, and orthographic drawings, ensuring compliance with company standards and industry codes.
- Provides technical guidance, project leadership, and resolution of complex design issues.
- Creates complex two-dimensional and three-dimensional models using advanced design and modeling software.
- Reviews design documents for accuracy, constructability, and compliance with safety standards.
- Integrates geographic data into design layouts for infrastructure projects.
- Identifies design risks and recommends corrective actions to prevent delays.
- Implements digital workflows to improve drafting efficiency and collaboration.
- Provides technical guidance to junior drafters on software and drafting techniques.
- Prepares detailed visualizations and renderings for client presentations.
- Ensures sustainability considerations are incorporated into design documentation.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay & Annual Bonus program
- Medical, dental, and vision packages (plus free Mental Health resources/sessions)
- 401K company match & Company provided Pension Plan
- Work/Life Balance including generous PTO
- Wellness Programs/Classes
- Tuition/Education Reimbursement
- Career Development Tools & Resources through SoCalGas University
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
