Design Manager

Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the end-to-end design process, ensuring alignment with project goals, schedules, and budgets. Oversee the development of mechanical, piping, civil, structural, HVAC, and electrical designs for industrial projects. Ensure that all designs adhere to engineering best practices, industry standards (ASME, API, NFPA, ANSI, ISO, OSHA), and regulatory requirements. Work closely with project managers, construction teams, and operations personnel to ensure smooth project execution. Review and approve design specifications, drawings, calculations, and engineering deliverables. Conduct design reviews, HAZOP studies, and risk assessments to ensure safe and efficient plant operations. Review and approve vendor drawings, technical specifications, and material submittals. Support procurement teams by ensuring compliance with equipment and material specifications. Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and vendor site visits to ensure compliance with design requirements. Provide technical support to site teams during construction, installation, and commissioning phases. Ensure that as-built drawings, red-line markups, and final documentation are completed and aligned with design intent. Support troubleshooting and resolution of design-related issues during construction and startup. Work closely with construction managers and site engineers to validate design feasibility. Ensure that all designs meet regulatory, environmental, and safety compliance requirements. Oversee quality control processes and design validation/testing procedures. Conduct periodic design audits and technical evaluations to improve engineering practices. Provide regular project design status updates to senior management and project stakeholders. Maintain documentation for design approvals, changes, and risk assessments.

Key Skills: Strong expertise in mechanical, piping, civil, structural, HVAC, and electrical design for industrial plants. In-depth knowledge of rotating/static equipment, process piping, plant layout, and process safety standards. Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, PDMS, SmartPlant 3D, Revit, and BIM tools.