Piping Design Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Piping Design Engineer in Bristol, where your expertise will help shape the future of sustainable energy. This role offers the chance to work on innovative projects in the energy sector, focusing on the design and optimization of complex piping systems for power generation and industrial energy infrastructure. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and utilize industry-standard 3D modeling tools to create safe and efficient designs. With a commitment to personal development and a supportive work environment, this position promises a rewarding career path and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Travel Insurance

Pension Scheme

Cycle-to-work Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Team building events

Career development support

Qualifications

• Experience as a Piping Design Engineer within the energy sector.
• Strong understanding of piping codes and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise piping layouts for safe fluid transport.
• Conduct technical risk assessments and implement design solutions.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Piping Layout Optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PDMS

E3D

Job description

ALTEN UK is seeking Piping Design Engineers to join a high-impact programme in the energy sector based in Bristol. You will play a key role in the design and optimisation of complex piping systems within power generation and industrial energy infrastructure. If you aim to contribute to the future of sustainable energy through cutting-edge design and engineering practices, this is an excellent opportunity.

What will you be doing?

As a Piping Design Engineer, you will join the Bristol team to support our activities within the energy sector.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Develop and optimise piping layouts to ensure safe and efficient fluid and gas transport within energy facilities such as power plants or refineries.
• Ensure piping systems comply with all relevant industry codes and safety standards.
• Conduct technical risk assessments, identifying potential hazards and implementing effective design solutions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure integrated, compliant, and constructible designs.
• Prepare detailed design documentation, including specifications, calculations, and reports to support project delivery phases.
• Use industry-standard 3D modelling tools such as PDMS or E3D to produce accurate piping system models and layouts.

Who are we looking for?

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail
• Ability to analyse and optimize piping layouts for efficiency and safety

You are...

• Passionate about engineering
• Result-oriented
• Proactive

Qualifications

Experience, skills and qualifications required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience as a Piping Design Engineer within the energy sector (e.g., power plants, refineries).
• Proficient in 3D piping design tools such as PDMS or E3D.
• Strong understanding of piping codes, safety regulations, and industrial design standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and flow diagrams.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a keen eye for detail.

Why join us?

We foster a community of talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop efficient solutions.

Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for transformation and improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we push boundaries and embrace new possibilities.

We offer exciting opportunities to work on innovative projects in leading companies, with personalized career development support to help you reach your full potential.

In short, you get:

• A personalized career path and rewarding management style
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge engineering projects with premium clients
• A diverse range of projects across industries
• Competitive salary
• Private Medical & Travel Insurance
• Pension Scheme
• Cycle-to-work Scheme and other benefits
• A social atmosphere with regular gatherings and team building
• Flexible working arrangements (role-dependent)