Senior Piping Designer

Job Description
Our client is seeking a Senior Piping Designer for their Pittsburgh, PA office. The candidate must have experience in heavy industrial facility projects. Design experience in the steel industry is a plus. The successful candidate shall have the following specific responsibilities:

• Must be capable of generating piping drawings from vendor drawings, flow diagrams and P&ID's.
• Capable of utilizing AutoCAD software to prepare piping layouts and detail drawings with sufficient detail for a contractor to install. 3D capabilities is a plus.
• Must be familiar with piping specifications and codes.
• Able to complete project documents in a timely matter to meet project schedules.
• Capable of checking drawings based on vendor information.
• Capable of directing others in the department to delegate work required in a clear and precise manner.
• Able to communicate with Department Manager, Project Managers, and other discipline designers to gather information required to complete the design as per client and vendor documentation.
• Must be able to read and understand the "As-Sold" specification for the project and provide all necessary drawings required for construction.
• Communicate with other disciplines to alleviate any interferences or design issues.
• Make any necessary changes or revisions to drawings as required or requested by their supervisor.
• Capable of designing pipe supports per codes and standards.
• Must be able to follow directions and company standards and procedures.
• Willing to perform any duties as required by the Department Manager.
• Able to convey to their Department Manager any project requirements, status of project and schedule as requested.
• Capable of clarifying any field issues that may come up pertaining to the drawings and design.
• Capable of working on their own or as part of a team.
• Must be self-motivated and responsible to get the project completed correctly and on budget.

Requirements

• Must have a 2-year technical degree from an accredited college or technical school.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit 3D design software is required.
• Minimum 10 years experience in piping design in heavy industrial facilities.
• Experience in Microsoft Office is required.
• HVAC experience is a plus.
• Must be familiar with all piping codes and construction techniques.