Piping Designer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 10+ years of piping design experience in industrial or process facilities, including manufacturing, chemical processing, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, oil and gas, or power generation environments.
• Experience leading piping design efforts and coordinating work across multiple disciplines.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and piping design/modeling software such as CADWorx or SmartPlant 3D.
• Proficiency with Navisworks for model coordination and review.
• Strong knowledge of piping materials, specifications, valves, equipment layouts, process and utility systems, and pipe stress and flexibility considerations.
• Thorough understanding of applicable ASME, ANSI, API, NFPA, OSHA, and food-grade standards, along with piping fabrication, installation, and maintenance practices.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, project coordination, and mentoring skills, with attention to safety and quality.
• Ability to travel occasionally and conduct plant walkdowns in industrial environments, including accessing stairs, ladders, platforms, and elevated work areas while wearing required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• An associate degree in Design Technology, Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or a related field is preferred; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
• Plant 3D experience preferred.
• Experience with laser scanning, point cloud modeling, modifications to existing facilities, and BIM workflows preferred.
• Familiarity with Revit, MicroStation, SolidWorks, or Autodesk Inventor is beneficial.
• Experience with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects, industrial modernization, or client coordination preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop piping layouts, equipment arrangements, and routing that support safety, operations, maintenance, and constructability.
• Prepare and review P&IDs, plans, elevations, isometric drawings, pipe support details, and 3D plant models.
• Develop piping specifications and select materials based on process requirements and applicable codes.
• Conduct site visits and field investigations, interpret laser scan data, and document existing conditions for system modifications and tie-ins.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve design conflicts, perform model clash detection, and participate in design, safety, and constructability reviews.
• Lead piping design activities, review team deliverables for quality and accuracy, and mentor designers and drafters.
• Support construction by reviewing submittals and shop drawings, resolving field issues, preparing as-built documentation, and assisting with commissioning and startup.

Benefits

• BCBSM medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company profit sharing.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contribution.
• Paid professional association membership.
• Tuition and certification expense reimbursement.
• Volunteer Service Leave.
• 100% employer-paid life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability options.
• Voluntary Wellness Program.
• OHM Grad School.
• OHM University.
• Career Advancement & Enrichment Programs.