Sr. Piping Discipline Project Lead

HKA Enterprises; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global workforce solutions firm is seeking an experienced piping engineer with at least 15 years of industry experience. The role involves leading piping design, ensuring compliance with standards, and managing project scope and budget. Candidates should have advanced knowledge of piping codes and tools like Revit and AutoCAD. This position is hybrid, requiring 40% of time in the office. A robust background in communication and leadership is essential to guide teams and foster growth.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of piping engineering or design experience.
• Proven ability to manage scope, schedule, and budget.
• Advanced knowledge of piping codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary discipline lead for piping engineering.
• Supervise all aspects of pipe design and layout.
• Maintain strong client relationships and communicate changes.

Skills

Piping engineering

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Associate’s degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Hexagon SmartPlant 3D

Job description

Posted: 01/08/2026 Industry: Engineering Job Number: 199986 Pay Rate: $80 / hour

Job Description

HKA Enterprises is unable to support C2C. 3rdparty submissions and C2C requests will not be considered for any positions.

Pay: $80.00 - $92.00 per hour DOE

Qualifications

Here’s What You’ll Need:

• Associate’s degree (AA) in Computer Aided Drafting and Design or similar technical degree
• 15+ years of piping engineering or design experience, with at least 5 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Proven ability to manage scope, schedule, and budget for complex industrial projects.
• Advanced knowledge of piping codes and standards (ASME, B31.3, BPE, etc.).
• Software Expertise: Ideally, you can model in Revit or AutoCAD Plant 3D, but at a minimum, you must have proven history utilizing these tools with coordination of global teams.
• Strong understanding of constructability, safety, and cost control principles.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to manage multi-discipline teams and client interactions.

Ideally You Will Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or advanced manufacturing facilities.
• Familiarity with pipe stress analysis and integration with design deliverables.
• Demonstrated success in global workshare execution and remote team leadership.
• Ability to mentor and develop junior engineers and designers, fostering technical growth.
• Strong business acumen with an understanding of earned value management and change control processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD Plant 3D. Some past experience with Hexagon SmartPlant 3D.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

• Serve as the primary discipline lead for piping engineering and design, ensuring compliance with client standards, procedures, and quality expectations.
• Supervise all aspects of pipe design, including layout development, routing, and coordination with other disciplines.
• Oversee project level piping material specifications, ensuring proper selection for process, utility, and specialty systems.
• Maintain strong client relationships, understanding their expectations and promptly communicating scope or design changes.
• Oversee project earned value, monitor progress, and manage change effectively.
• Develop person-hour estimates, allocate resources, and determine staff effectiveness—who does what and when.
• Oversee project level piping stress analysis activities, coordinating with stress engineers to ensure system integrity and compliance with applicable codes.
• Drive successful global workshare execution through heightened communication and strategic coordination.
• Be able to communicate definitive expertise around Piping and Facility Layout principles
• Review vendor drawings, execute piping engineering design, and develop design estimates.
• Keep construction costs and safety measures at the forefront of all decisions.
• Mentor and guide team members, fostering growth and technical excellence.

Comments/Special Instructions

Position requires 40% of in-office at Cary location (2 of 5 days)

Additional Information

HKA Enterprises is a global workforce solutions firm. If you're seeking a new career opportunity or project experience, our recruiters will work to understand your qualifications, experience, and personal goals. At HKA, we recognize the importance of matching employee goals with those of the employer. We strive to seek credibility, satisfaction, and endorsement from all of our applicants. We invite you to take time and search for your next career experience with us! HKA is an EEO Employer who participates in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.

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