Senior 3D Mechanical Piping Designer (Technician) - Industrial & Infrastructure

Ausenco; Burlington; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range: $84,000 – $93,000

Technical training and mentorship

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive benefits program

Job summary

Ausenco in Burlington is looking for a Senior 3D Mechanical Piping Designer to join our growing team. The successful candidate will have 4–8 years of experience in piping design, focusing on industrial and chemical projects, and will be responsible for preparing piping isometrics and coordinating with various disciplines.

The role offers a competitive salary range of $84,000 – $93,000, career advancement opportunities, and a hybrid work model that promotes work-life balance. Join us in providing a holistic approach to wellness and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of piping design experience in a consulting engineering firm.
• Field work experience is a strong asset.
• Sound understanding of engineering design principles, codes, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare piping isometrics and line lists.
• Coordinate with structural, electrical, and HVAC disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with engineering workflow processes and industry standards.

Skills

3D modelling

Piping design

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Attention to detail

Technical communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma in Engineering Design and Drafting Technology (Process Piping Major)

Process Piping Drafting Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)

Job description

Overview

Our team in Industrial & Infrastructure is growing. We are recruiting a Senior 3D Mechanical Piping Designer (Technician) to join our team in the Burlington office.

Responsibilities

• Progressive experience with detailed industrial, oil & gas, and chemical piping systems.
• Preparation of piping isometrics, line lists, and material take‑offs.
• Understanding of pipe support design requirements and movements.
• Experience in the preparation of mechanical equipment layouts and general arrangement plans and sections.
• Able to coordinate with other disciplines such as structural, electrical, HVAC to ensure no clashes.
• Preparation of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams.
• Knowledge of material specifications and standards.
• Field experience safely obtaining existing site information regarding pipe routing, arrangements, supports, and sizes to develop background drawings with limited assistance.
• Knowledge of engineering workflow processes and industry standards.
• Ability to work closely with senior engineers and senior designers on the completion of deliverables with challenging schedules.
• Experienced in 3D modelling, AutoCAD Plant 3D.
• Knowledgeable in creating layouts and 3D models for process equipment and piping directly from P&IDs, vendor drawings (STP files) and piping specifications using codes and good design practices and generating 2D drawings from the 3D model.
• Identifies needs for accessibility for cleaning, maintenance and safety around equipment and items such as valve manifolds, instruments, and valve actuators.
• Skilled to work with process fluids, steam, condensate, compressed air, thermal fluids, etc.

Qualifications

• Diploma, Engineering Design and Drafting Technology (Process Piping Major) or a Process Piping Drafting Certificate combined with relevant job experience.
• 4–8 years of piping design experience within a consulting engineering firm working on industrial and/or chemical plant projects.
• Field work experience is a strong asset.
• Ability to pay attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate technically, clearly, and effectively: written, spoken, and interpersonal.
• Sound understanding of engineering design principles, codes and regulations.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good organization and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and collaboratively in a fast‑paced engineering environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office software.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be able to travel to the site independently.

Benefits

• Salary range: $84,000 – $93,000.
• Career advancement through continuous growth, technical training, mentorship, and networking opportunities.
• Work‑life balance with a hybrid work model and progressive parental leave benefits.
• Holistic approach to wellness, including confidential counselling, information services, and a comprehensive benefits program.
• Accessible leadership team with a focus on diversity, equity, inclusivity, and individual growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Ausenco will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.