Lead Piping Designer

HOCS Projects; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym access

Free parking

Skill expansion opportunities

Job summary

HOCS Projects is seeking a Lead Piping Designer in Calgary, Alberta. This role requires technical expertise in piping design and leadership across various projects from concept to commissioning.

You'll develop plant layouts, prepare piping drawings, manage deliverables, and mentor junior designers, ensuring project quality standards. The position offers a supportive, collaborative work culture, allowing you to make significant contributions in the oil & gas sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant piping design experience.
• Advanced knowledge of piping design principles and plant layout.
• Proven ability to mentor junior designers.

Responsibilities

• Develop plant layouts through studies and investigations.
• Prepare a wide range of piping drawings using CAD tools.
• Manage deliverables efficiently while maintaining quality.

Skills

Piping design principles

AutoCAD Plant3D

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Time management

Tools

AutoCAD Plant3D

AutoPlant 2016

SmartPlant (S3D)

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Lead Piping Designer

We are seeking a Lead Piping Designer to provide technical expertise, guidance, and leadership on piping design across multiple projects, from concept through construction and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop plant layouts through studies and investigations.
• Prepare a wide range of piping drawings including PFDs, P&IDs, plot plans, equipment layouts, general arrangements, and isometric drawings using 2D/3D CAD tools.
• Generate piping deliverables such as line designation tables (LDT), specialty item lists, pipe support details, spring support lists/details, valve lists, and bills of material.
• Manage a large volume of deliverables efficiently while maintaining quality.
• Interface and collaborate with other engineering disciplines.
• Provide direction and guidance on 2D/3D CAD design practices.
• Review vendor equipment drawings, discipline drawings, and fabricator submissions.
• Conduct squad checks to ensure design accuracy and consistency.
• Mentor junior designers, providing guidance and reviewing their work.
• Ensure all issued deliverables meet project and corporate quality standards.
• Visit project sites, field locations, and vendor shops as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant piping design experience.
• Advanced knowledge of piping design principles and plant layout.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Plant3D, AutoPlant 2016, or SmartPlant (S3D) preferred.
• Experience in fabrication, sulphur, and thermal facilities.
• Field/construction exposure considered an asset.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Superior attention to detail with strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and self‑management.
• Effective team player with the ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

Skills & Attributes

• Commitment to a collaborative, team‑focused environment.
• Positive attitude and willingness to assist others beyond typical role scope.
• Integrity, ethical standards, and objectivity in decision‑making.
• Desire for continuous learning and openness to share knowledge with the team.

Benefits

• Be part of a growing, innovative engineering firm with meaningful projects.
• Lead and mentor in a supportive, collaborative culture.
• Enjoy on‑site perks including a gym and free parking.
• Opportunities to expand your skills and make a tangible impact in oil & gas and industrial sectors.