Senior PD&P Designer

Bechtel Corporation; Queensland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Supportive work culture

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Senior Piping Designer in Brisbane, QLD. You will be responsible for planning and developing Plant Design & Piping work, producing documentation, and ensuring compliance with all regulations. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and 8-10 years of relevant experience in engineering. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package within a diverse workplace focused on sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• Requires 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of equivalent work experience.
• Strong knowledge of design and drafting techniques and graphic arts.
• Demonstrated expertise in leading design and drafting personnel.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and review Plant Design & Piping work.
• Produce drawings and documentation following regulations.
• Coordinate with clients and facilitate technical discussions.
• Create design estimates and manage work plans.

Skills

Design and drafting techniques

Multi-discipline interface management

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings

Application of engineering materials

Leadership in design and drafting

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

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• Relocation authorized: International - Single
• Telework type: Part‑Time Telework
• Work location: Brisbane, QLD

Requisition ID: 290774

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Project Overview

The Ar Rjum Project comprises a green field gold project with three open pit mining operations with associated waste dumps and ore stockpile, a processing plant, tailings management facilities, and supporting infrastructure including water supply, power supply, maintenance facilities, offices, temporary and permanent accommodation village. The Project is situated within the Central Arabian Gold Region, approximately 200 km north‑east of Taif towards Riyadh and about 26 km south of Al Mouwayh, which is a small town situated on the Jeddah–Riyadh highway.

Job Summary

As Senior Piping Designer, you will plan, develop, and review Plant Design & Piping (PD&P) work, produce drawings and documentation, and prepare design estimates for a project. You will coordinate with clients, facilitate technical discussions, and review and approve drawings, calculations, and bid summaries, solving complex technical issues and ensuring PD&P designs comply with all regulations and standards.

Major Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, coordinates and reviews design work within a small-size PD&P design work group on projects of medium size or assignments in support of global business unit.
• Produces drawings and documentation in accordance with established design and scope including design of earthwork, drainage, road design, foundation, and steel detailing. Ensures PD&P systems designs comply with all applicable installation codes, regulations, and standards.
• Coordinates and interfaces as directed with the day‑to‑day technical work of PD&P engineers, scientists, specialists, designers and drafters.
• Communicates complex technical issues and recommends solutions to upper management.
• Facilitates technical discussions with third parties (client, suppliers, regulators).
• Prepares or oversees the preparation of PD&P design estimates and work plan in accordance with project scope, schedule and budget, and manages implementation and performance accordingly.
• Other responsibilities as designated.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Requires bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 8–10 years of relevant experience or 12–14 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge And Skills

• Sound knowledge of design and drafting techniques, engineering drawings, graphic arts, reading of drawings, and reproduction methods used by the discipline.
• Experience with multi‑discipline interface management and global 3D model oversight.
• Expertise in reading, interpreting and using related documents and drawings prepared by other project groups.
• Knowledge of the application of engineering and construction materials related to design responsibilities.
• Experience in design and drafting, including demonstrated expertise in a lead role or recognized courses in the directing of personnel.

Total Rewards / Benefits

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards.

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Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Construction

Locations

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia