Senior Vessel Designer/Checker - Calgary

Partner Staffing; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment firm is looking for a Senior Vessel Designer/Checker to lead the design of pressure vessels and heat exchangers in the Oil & Gas sector. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and expertise in ASME standards, leading a team to ensure high-quality designs. This role includes responsibilities for reviewing technical drawings, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating with project teams to deliver manufacturable designs.

Benefits

Opportunities in various technical fields including Oil & Gas

Referral opportunities for job placements

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in pressure vessel design and drafting.
• Expert knowledge of ASME Section VIII, Div. 1.
• Strong attention to detail and team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of detailed fabrication drawings.
• Perform thorough checks of vessel drawings for compliance with standards.
• Provide technical mentorship to junior designers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Diploma or certification in Mechanical Design/Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

SolidWorks

PV Elite

COMPRESS

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Partner Staffing is the "go to recruiter" for difficult, important, and time sensitive positions in Western Canada. We work with proactive clients who understand the importance of having exceptional staff.

Partner Staffing on behalf of our Client, we are seeking a highly experienced Senior Vessel Designer/Checker to lead and verify the design of pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and related equipment for oil & gas manufacturing projects. This role is responsible for ensuring detailed engineering drawings and models meet industry codes, company standards, and client specifications. You will collaborate with engineers, project managers, and fabrication teams to deliver high-quality, manufacturable designs.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and review of detailed fabrication drawings for ASME Section VIII pressure vessels, tanks, and other static equipment.
  
• Perform thorough checks of vessel drawings and 3D models for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with engineering standards and regulatory codes (e.g., ASME, CSA, ABSA).
  
• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior designers and drafters.
  
• Review vendor drawings and fabrication deliverables.
  
• Ensure adherence to design standards, material specifications, tolerances, and weld details.
  
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers to resolve design issues and recommend cost-effective solutions.
  
• Interface with procurement and fabrication teams to ensure manufacturability and cost efficiency of vessel designs.
  
• Maintain document control, revision history, and quality assurance for issued drawings.
  
• Participate in design reviews and project meetings.
  

Qualifications

• Diploma or certification in Mechanical Design/Drafting or related discipline.
  
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in pressure vessel design and drafting, with at least 3 years in a senior or checking role.
  
• Expert knowledge of ASME Section VIII, Div. 1 (Div. 2 an asset), and familiarity with CSA and ABSA regulations.
  
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software; experience with PV Elite or COMPRESS preferred.
  
• Strong attention to detail and ability to spot inconsistencies in drawings and models.
  
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
  
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
  

Preferred Assets

• Experience with modular skid packages, heat exchangers, or vessel internals.
  
• Previous experience in a fabrication or manufacturing environment.
  
• Familiarity with ERP systems and document management platforms (e.g., Vault, SharePoint).
  

Benefits

Partner Staffing is Bringing Talent to Business. With an experienced and dedicated recruitment team, we open doors to opportunities that you may not otherwise know about. We are specialists in the field of providing high quality individuals to the Oil & Gas sector, Engineering/Procurement/Construction, and Utilities industries. We look forward to hearing from you and discussing how we might be able to promote your career!!

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