Process Piping Designer (Senior Technical Manager)

WSP • Lakewood, CO

21h • Onsite

About The Position

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Process Piping Designer (Senior Technical Manager) to join our team in Denver, CO. The candidate will be involved in projects with our Power Generation Team and be part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. Working in a team environment with minimal direction to develop process piping models, equipment arrangements, field verification responsibilities on established sites and sites in construction, and QA responsibilities of process piping design deliverables. Knowledge of process piping design, standards and specifications. Use 3D computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software and work closely with engineers to resolve design details or discrepancies, and to prepare drawings which require a high degree of precision on projects of moderate- to large-scale, complexity, and/or scope. Follows standard practices to provide technical design assistance and guidance that accounts for the proper illustration, fit form, and function using geometric dimensioning, tolerance and quantity calculations, while ensuring the construction and maintainability of designs according to design standard specifications and code requirements. Acts as consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution; may serve as the only Drafting/Design Support resource on a project or assist in overseeing Drafting/Design Support activities for projects of a moderate/large scope and complexity. Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team to execute project work; occasionally leading tasks and Drafting/Design Support staff on technical assignments. Prepare multiple versions of designs for review by engineer. Monitor and oversee drafting and design plans to ensure quality control and contract compliance; documenting work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project. Work collaboratively with the engineer-in-charge and other technical professionals on assigned project phases, segments, checks, and tasks. Apply analytical techniques and software to solve more larger-scale and complex engineering issues on projects, or to modify or redesign existing designs in accordance with project standards and specifications. Engage in occasional contact with client and contractor personnel to schedule and coordinate project drafting and design support review. May attend pre-construction meetings and answer questions from contractors and other attendees. Provide guidance and training to entry-level drafting and design support staff. Remain current in latest drafting and design support knowledge, techniques, and practices. Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in closely related discipline or 10+ years of equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of relevant post-education experience in design / drafting experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
• High-level experience with both public and private sector work
• 3D modeling design experience using Hexagon CADWorx or Hexagon Smartplant
• Coordination model experience with Navisworks
• Highly proficient expertise with drafting and design support principles, practices, process, methods and techniques.
• Highly proficient expertise with relevant codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Demonstrated technical competence leading and reviewing technical computations and calculations involving the application of geometry and mathematical concepts, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate standards or regulations.
• Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
• Experienced with providing critical review for documents and preparing technical deliverables and work product with a high degree of complexity.
• Strong proficiency coordinating with clients, regulatory and resource agencies, communities, and technical staff required.
• Strong self-leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Advanced proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Extensive critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to reach conclusions from research, data collation, calculations, statistical analysis and identifying the most effective solutions to accomplish objectives of assigned projects.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in a pressure work environment.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree
• Essential professional licensure/certification.
• Organizational experience with P&IDs, orthographics, isometrics, general arrangements and related detail drawings.
• Power plant / refinery field experience
• SmartPlant3d Administrative Experience
• CADWorx Administrative Experience

Responsibilities

• Develop process piping models, equipment arrangements, field verification responsibilities on established sites and sites in construction, and QA responsibilities of process piping design deliverables.
• Use 3D computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software and work closely with engineers to resolve design details or discrepancies, and to prepare drawings which require a high degree of precision on projects of moderate- to large-scale, complexity, and/or scope.
• Provide technical design assistance and guidance that accounts for the proper illustration, fit form, and function using geometric dimensioning, tolerance and quantity calculations, while ensuring the construction and maintainability of designs according to design standard specifications and code requirements.
• Act as consultant regarding work progress and problem resolution; may serve as the only Drafting/Design Support resource on a project or assist in overseeing Drafting/Design Support activities for projects of a moderate/large scope and complexity.
• Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team to execute project work; occasionally leading tasks and Drafting/Design Support staff on technical assignments.
• Prepare multiple versions of designs for review by engineer.
• Monitor and oversee drafting and design plans to ensure quality control and contract compliance; documenting work progress and issues arising throughout scope of project.
• Work collaboratively with the engineer-in-charge and other technical professionals on assigned project phases, segments, checks, and tasks.
• Apply analytical techniques and software to solve more larger-scale and complex engineering issues on projects, or to modify or redesign existing designs in accordance with project standards and specifications.
• Engage in occasional contact with client and contractor personnel to schedule and coordinate project drafting and design support review.
• May attend pre-construction meetings and answer questions from contractors and other attendees.
• Provide guidance and training to entry-level drafting and design support staff.
• Remain current in latest drafting and design support knowledge, techniques, and practices.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life
• Retirement savings
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation (or other personal time)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees