Senior Piping Designer (SmartPlant 3D)

Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. This requires teams that are as unique as the projects we execute. We are committed to fostering a work environment that embraces Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) for all so our employees and stakeholders benefit from the creative solutions derived as a result of embracing differences. Major engineering company is seeking Piping Designers for open-ended contract roles. Will be based in west Houston (in office 100%). Experience in oil /gas / petrochemical / energy industry and knowledge of SmartPlant 3D is key. Job Description This position serves as a Senior Designer on assigned projects and performs moderately complex engineering assignments, evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques to a broad set of complex assignments. Basic Job Requirements 8+ years of work-related experience in 3D piping design Must have a high proficiency and working experience with SmartPlant 3D design (SP3D) Advanced knowledge of discipline codes and standards, commercial availability and cost of materials Skilled in piping/ process design, field layouts and design, piping layouts, and isometric drawings. Strong background in P&IDs, plant layout modifications, and system evaluations. Experience with Model Reviews Other Job Requirements Select piping materials required, evaluate service life and suitability Prepare piping purchase descriptions for valves, pipe, fittings, and flanges, and other special piping components Perform pipe wall thickness calculations (pressure & vacuum), and make preliminary selections Review Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) for proper valving and conformance to specification Assist and check in the development of pressure test P&ID as required Assist and check in the identification and check selection of special piping components Check assigned line numbers, and line class specifications against master P&ID and pipeline list Train others as required Perform stress analysis of moderately complex system Advanced knowledge of and ability to interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID), other discipline drawings and vendor equipment documentation We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability or any other criteria protected by governing law.