Principal Piping And Layout Designer

NES Group Ltd; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy consultancy in Aberdeen is seeking a Principal Piping and Layout Designer. In this critical role, you will leverage your expertise in piping design to contribute to innovative projects in oil, gas, and renewable energy. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and extensive experience in piping design, while ensuring compliance with international standards. This position fosters professional growth and supports a sustainable energy future.

Qualifications

• Extensive professional experience in piping and layout design within the oil and gas or energy consultancy sector.
• Proven track record working on early-phase design and front-end engineering studies.
• Willingness to engage in occasional travel or offshore visits as project needs dictate.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative piping layouts and designs that meet international codes and client specifications.
• Ensure seamless integration with multidisciplinary engineering disciplines.
• Prepare thorough technical documentation for projects.

Skills

Piping materials expertise

Stress analysis

Layout optimization

Proficiency in PDMS

Proficiency in E3D

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Presentation skills

3D modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Mechanical Design

Job description

Principal Piping and Layout Designer - Lead the Future of Energy Design

Join Aker Solutions, a global leader driving the transition to sustainable energy, as our Principal Piping and Layout Designer based in Aberdeen. This pivotal role offers a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in piping and layout design to groundbreaking projects spanning oil and gas, renewable energy, hydrogen, carbon capture, and more. As a key player within our consultancy team, you will develop innovative piping layouts and designs that meet stringent international codes and client specifications, ensuring seamless integration with multidisciplinary engineering disciplines. Bring your passion for precision and problem-solving to a company committed to shaping the future of energy.

Required Skills

• Expertise in piping materials, stress analysis, and layout optimization
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software such as PDMS, E3D, or AutoCAD
• Strong conceptual design capabilities aligned with international codes and client standards
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines while maintaining high safety and quality standards
• Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to prepare thorough technical documentation
• Experience in 3D modeling and clash detection

Nice to Have Skills

• Current offshore survival and medical certifications
• Familiarity with constructability reviews and multidisciplinary collaboration in complex project environments
• Exposure to regulatory, ESG, or low-carbon energy sectors

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mechanical Design, or a related discipline
• Extensive professional experience in piping and layout design within the oil and gas or energy consultancy sector
• Proven track record working on early-phase design and front-end engineering studies

Other Requirements

• Willingness to engage in occasional travel or offshore visits as project needs dictate
• Commitment to uphold safety and quality policies aligned with industry standards

Be part of a forward-thinking company that invests in your professional growth and embraces diversity in the workplace. If you are ready to make an impact through your design leadership and contribute to enabling a sustainable energy future, we want to hear from you. Take the next step and apply today to join Aker Solutions' expert team.