Master Piping Designer

Kent; Bogotá; Presencial; COP 133.920.000 - 178.560.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kent is seeking a Designer Supervisor in Bogotá to lead technical aspects of ongoing projects in piping design. You will supervise project deliverables and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality and efficiency in results.

The role requires more than 16 years of specific experience and offers a chance to make a significant impact in the energy sector.

Fluency in both Spanish and English is necessary, and the position requires no travel or relocation.

Formación

• More than 16 years of specific piping design experience.
• Expert knowledge of ASME standards.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD and related tools.

Responsabilidades

• Exercise technical leadership over piping design deliverables.
• Lead 3D reviews and model navigation.
• Conduct field surveys and site investigations.

Conocimientos

Technical authority

Complex problem solving

Effective communication

Team development

Attention to detail

Educación

Academic or technical high school diploma in engineering design

Herramientas

AutoCAD

CADWorx

Navisworks Manage

Descripción del empleo

Join us. Unleash your energy within. If you have world‑class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.

We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we’re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family‑friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities. We’re a disability‑friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process.

As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time – to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined. It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture, these beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best – for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet.

Our principles

We PLAY BIG. We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY. We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE. We are built on INFINITE THINKING.

Our purpose and beliefs

Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us.

Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging. Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity or disability.

About the job

Kent is looking for a Designer Supervisor to support ongoing projects.

Responsibilities

• Technical leadership and design authority Exercise technical authority over criteria, layouts, routing, arrangements, isometrics, supports, materials and deliverables; serve as Lead Designer, Discipline Lead or Program Lead when required; control scope, budget, priorities, resources, reviews and technical quality.

• Advanced work supervision and resource management Estimate workload, staffing, man‑hours, milestones and support needs; develop, approve and control schedules, activity logic, issue dates, workshare, productivity, procedures, change control and team development.

• Accountability for Piping deliverables Lead preparation, review, coordination and issue of layouts, piping arrangements, pipe racks, 3D models, isometrics, supports, instrument connections, vents, drains, tie‑ins, MTOs, quantities, requisitions, specifications, scopes, design bases and criteria. Ensure expert handling of Piping Classes, material specifications, line lists, P&IDs, flexibility criteria, technical documentation, estimates and proposals.

• 3D model, design reviews and interface coordination Lead 3D reviews; drive model navigation, present layouts, record comments, assign actions and close pending items; coordinate interfaces, model integration, clashes, criteria deviations and technical comments.

• Quality assurance, checking and technical control Act as Checker or review lead for Peer Check, IDC / Squad Check; verify methods, tools, design techniques and drafting; ensure deliverables are complete, traceable and fit for review, construction, operation and maintenance; support closeout of audits, non‑conformities, etc.

• Field, constructability and execution support Lead field surveys, plant visits and site investigations; issue reports with sketches, photos, point clouds, restrictions and clashes; apply Brownfield, Plant Services and Site Services experience to tie‑ins, accessibility, maintainability, constructability, prefabrication, erection and lifting.

• Standards, continuous improvement and innovation Develop project guidelines for modeling, drafting, naming conventions, quality, 3D reviews, deliverable issue and comment closeout; improve standards and processes to raise quality, reduce cost, facilitate maintenance, optimise execution and integrate digital tools.

Qualifications

• Academic or technical high school diploma; drafter, technician, technologist or equivalent background in engineering design, mechanical design, technical drafting or Piping.
• Expert knowledge of standards, methods, practices, modeling/drafting criteria, deliverable issues, layout, routing, pipe racks, supports, flexibility, accessibility, maintainability, drain, vents, tie‑ins, constructability, operation, P&IDs, Piping Classes, line lists, MTOs, requisitions, specifications, design bases and criteria.
• Advanced/expert knowledge of ASME B31.3, ASME B31.1 when applicable, ASME B16, ASTM, API, PIP, client specifications, internal standards and safety requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Plant 3D, CADWorx and Navisworks Manage; SmartPlant, SmartSketch or other 3D platforms desirable. Knowledge of model review, clash detection, view extraction, conventional surveys and laser scanning: LFM Server, LFM, CloudWorx or equivalents. Proficiency in PipeData Pro, MS Office – Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and PDF editing/review tools.
• Technical authority, expert judgment, autonomy, decision‑making, complex problem solving, priority organisation, effective communication, client focus, teamwork, collaborative leadership, technical influence, attention to detail, procedure compliance, proactivity, work under pressure, technology adaptability, and team development.

Communication

• Excellent command of the Spanish and English languages in both oral and written communication skills. Basic/intermediate English desirable; intermediate/advanced English preferred for workshare, international coordination, and technical review.

Behavior / Core Competencies

• More than 16 years of specific piping design experience in refineries, petrochemical, gas processing, energy, and industrial plants, or related industries; senior, lead, or supervisory experience, preferably at least 5 years leading, checking or controlling senior designers.
• Participation in the different phases of design, assembly, commissioning, consulting and/or auditing of projects for the Oil and Gas sector.
• Experience in complex projects, Brownfield, Plant Services, Site Services, detailed engineering, plant modifications, field surveys, 3D reviews, IFC deliverables, man‑hour estimates, scopes, proposals and deliverable control.

HSSEQ

The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company, its clients and the governing authorities of the host country.

Details about the role

• Location: Bogotá
• Relocation required: No
• Travel required: No
• Contract type: Undefined
• Experience level: More than 16 years of specific piping design experience.