Piping Detail Design Engineer

Expleo Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative working environment

Access to Expleo Academy training courses

Competitive company benefits

Job summary

An engineering firm in Glasgow is seeking a Piping Detail Design Engineer to join their team. The role involves creating detailed CAD models, ensuring compliance with design standards, and providing technical support throughout the project lifecycle. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience, including proficiency in CAD systems like FORAN and Windchill. The position offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for skill development and training. Competitive benefits are also included.

Qualifications

• Must be experienced with design software and resolve technical issues.
• Ability to work autonomously or in a team.
• Familiarity with shipbuilding terminology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed CAD models and drawings.
• Ensure design deliverables are accurate and timely.
• Coordinate with stakeholders during design phases.
• Provide technical support during construction.
• Report on technical progress and issues.

Skills

Proficiency in parametric CAD systems

Attention to detail

Analytical problem-solving

Education

NC/HNC or equivalent qualification

Apprenticeship in relevant discipline

Tools

FORAN

Windchill

Job description

As a Piping Detail Design Engineer, you will carry out detailed engineering design activities, working closely with cross‑functional teams on a range of projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

You will deliver accurate technical drawings and specifications, resolve design issues, prepare technical reports, and participate in design reviews.

Applicants must be experienced designers comfortable with design software such as FORAN, possess a keen eye for detail, and demonstrate analytical and problem‑solving skills in challenging situations.

Flexibility and the ability to work autonomously or within a larger team, adapting to changing project requirements, are essential.

Responsibilities

• Creation of CAD Models and Drawings: Producing detailed 2D and 3D CAD models and drawings to meet required standards.
• Design Deliverables: Ensuring all design deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
• Liaise with colleagues and stakeholders during appropriate design phases to ensure coordination and functionality of design.
• Project Support: Contributing to and supporting the entire project and product design cycle, from concept to construction and installation.
• Technical Support: Providing technical support during the construction and installation phases.
• Perform self‑verification of work.
• Reporting of technical progress and issues to line management.
• Be aware of and ensure that safety, health and environmental requirements are implemented.
• Assist with the maintenance and improvement in quality standards of outputs.
• Change embodiment.

Qualifications

• The candidate must hold an NC/HNC or an equivalent qualification/experience in a related discipline.
• Apprenticeship in a relevant discipline or relevant industry experience.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in the use of one or more parametric/spec‑driven CAD systems in both 3D and 2D environments.
• Ability to work to engineering design standards.

Desired Skills

• Preferable T26 experience.
• Familiarity with shipbuilding/ship‑repair terminology and practices.
• Experience with FORAN and Windchill.

Experience

• Experience in design processes and procedures specifically within detail design (stage 2 modelling/stage 3 outputs) on naval or commercial marine projects, preferably naval shipbuilding projects, new build, or major conversion packages.
• Relevant experience from other industries including, but not limited to, oil & gas, process, manufacturing, defence, aerospace, rail, civil, and automotive.

What I Need Before I Apply

• BPSS clearance required.

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and peers through good times and challenges.
• We empower all technology‑loving professionals to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects.
• Expleo Academy – a suite of accredited training courses to develop the right skills.
• Competitive company benefits.
• We encourage big thinking and challenge the status quo as one team.
• As a Disability‑Confident Committed Employer, we aim to:
  • Ensure an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.
  • Communicate and promote vacancies widely.
  • Offer interviews to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria.
  • Provide reasonable adjustments.
  • Support existing employees with disabilities or long‑term health conditions, enabling them to stay employed and make a difference.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

Job Location

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom