Sr. Designer - Mechanical/Piping

Larson Design Group•Pittsburgh, PA

3d•$69,000 - $103,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Designer – Mechanical/Piping applies intermediate to advanced engineering principles to complete design computations, prepare technical reports, and develop design plans and details. The role operates with a high degree of autonomy, making significant project decisions within the employee’s expertise and with managerial approval as needed. Its primary focus is mechanical and piping system design under the direction of the lead engineer. The position includes piping and hanger design, process piping, industrial equipment layout, pipe routing, field assignments, drawing and submission reviews, specifications, estimates, and coordination of advanced multidisciplinary drawing sets. It also supports quality assurance and quality control and applies relevant design standards, regulations, codes, and permit requirements. The designer leads development and maintenance of multidisciplinary AutoCAD Plant 3D models for complex industrial and biogas projects.

Requirements

Minimum of ten (8) years of job-related experience.
Ability to work independently with a high degree of autonomy and make project decisions within the employee’s expertise.
Ability to work under the direction of the lead engineer.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline.
Trade experience as a plumber, pipefitter, or mechanic.
Desire to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities.
Proficiency in AutoCAD Plant 3D and Revit.
Understanding of 3-D modeling of piping, equipment, and surrounding structures.
Ability to develop P&IDs.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.
Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to collaborate within a project team.

Responsibilities

Independently perform piping and hanger design, process piping, archive diving, and industrial equipment layout.
Route pipe and handle related field assignments.
Review and verify work/shop drawings and contractor submissions for accuracy and compliance, correct errors, and perform backchecks.
Write specifications, review submittals, and coordinate project submissions.
Prepare service estimates for design/drafting and capital cost estimates for piping and mechanical equipment.
Coordinate the preparation of advanced multidisciplinary drawing sets with technical, administrative, and design staff.
Promote and apply quality assurance and quality control processes to improve deliverables and minimize design errors and omissions.
Research, interpret, and apply design standards, regulations, code compliance, and permit requirements to projects.
Lead development and maintenance of multidisciplinary AutoCAD Plant 3D modeling efforts for complex industrial/biogas projects.
Perform and assist with design calculations, quantity takeoffs, technical specifications, and cost estimates.