Piping Designer

First Recruitment Group; Ringway; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Piping Designer for contract work supporting water infrastructure projects in Manchester. The ideal candidate will deliver designs using Revit and model various pumping stations, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Strong communication skills and experience in the water industry are essential. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking for a new challenge in a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Piping Designer within the Water Industry.
• Strong Revit experience in a 3D design environment.
• Experience with wet and dry well pumping stations.

Responsibilities

• Produce 3D models and General Arrangement drawings using Revit.
• Design and layout pumping stations and pipework.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure clash-free models.

Skills

Piping Design

Revit

Communication

Coordination

Education

HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Job description

IR35: Outside IR35 (Contract)

Our client requires a Piping Designer to support water infrastructure projects on a contract basis in Manchester.

Role Purpose

Provide piping design and 3D modelling support on water industry projects, delivering coordinated, constructible, and maintainable designs using Revit within a multi‑disciplinary engineering environment.

Job Role Responsibilities

• Produce 3D models and General Arrangement drawings using Revit.
• Design and layout wet and dry well pumping stations, concrete pump chambers, and ductile iron and epoxy‑coated carbon steel pipework.
• Design valves, pipe support systems, and integrate vendor equipment packages into plant layouts.
• Model access platforms, stairs, handrails, and maintenance accessways in line with client and industry standards.
• Participate in Access, Lifting & Maintenance (ALM) reviews.
• Coordinate with civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines to ensure clash‑free models.
• Maintain drawing registers and ensure documentation complies with company and client standards.

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Piping Designer within the Water Industry.
• Strong Revit experience in a 3D design environment.
• HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience with wet and dry well pumping stations.
• Experience with ductile iron and epoxy‑coated carbon steel pipe systems.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Navisworks.
• Understanding of pipe supports, plant layout, and equipment access requirements.
&IDs and equipment data sheets.
• Experience integrating vendor packages into designs.
• Knowledge of relevant piping codes, standards, and health & safety requirements.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.

Company Information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.

We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Piping Designer looking for a new contract role within the water sector.