Senior E3D Piping Designer

Shuter Smith International; Den Haag; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Shuter Smith International is seeking a Senior E3D Piping Designer to take ownership of piping design and delivery across complex FEED and EPC projects. You will develop layouts, 3D models, isometrics, MTOs and coordinate with multi-discipline teams.

The role requires extensive experience in AVEVA E3D, Navisworks, and AutoCAD, with strong English communication skills and a focus on constructability and maintainability. This permanent position offers growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Excellent 3D spatial awareness and piping routing capability.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate deliverables.
• Effective communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on constructability and maintainability.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a multidisciplinary team.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken, for effective communication with teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop piping layouts, 3D models, GA drawings, isometrics, material take-offs, and related design deliverables.
• Perform piping design and layout activities across all project phases, including concept, FEED, detailed engineering for onshore process plants and industrial facilities.
• Execute pipe routing and optimization considering accessibility, maintenance, operation, drainage, vents, drain points and future expansions within onshore plant environments.
• Attend and actively contribute to 3D model review sessions to identify clashes, interface conflicts, accessibility issues, and operability concerns.
• Present piping design solutions and modifications during model review meetings and follow up on comments and action items to ensure timely closure.
• Interpret engineering data, P&IDs, equipment layouts, and design criteria to produce constructible piping design solutions.
• Perform piping routing, plot plan development, and interface coordination with civil, mechanical, structural, process, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines.
• Prepare material take‑offs (MTOs) and support quantity estimation for piping materials, fittings, supports, and insulation.
• Check design consistency, safety, operability, maintainability, and compliance with project and industry requirements.
• Review vendor documents and incorporate technical comments into the design.
• Coordinate with designers and engineers regarding technical queries, and design issues.
• Ensure deliverables are completed on time, within budget in line with project execution plans.
• Provide guidance and technical support to junior designers and drafters where applicable.
• Apply engineering standards, and quality requirements throughout all design activities.

Skills

3D spatial awareness

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Multidisciplinary collaboration

English fluency

Independence

Team collaboration across locations

Education

University degree or technician qualification in mechanical design

Tools

AVEVA E3D

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

A superb opportunity for a Senior E3D Piping Designer to join a leading engineering environment, taking ownership of piping design and delivery across complex FEED and EPC projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop piping layouts, 3D models, GA drawings, isometrics, material take-offs, and related design deliverables.
• Perform piping design and layout activities across all project phases, including concept, FEED, detailed engineering for onshore process plants and industrial facilities.
• Execute pipe routing and optimization considering accessibility, maintenance, operation, drainage, vents, drain points and future expansions within onshore plant environments.
• Attend and actively contribute to 3D model review sessions to identify clashes, interface conflicts, accessibility issues, and operability concerns.
• Present piping design solutions and modifications during model review meetings and follow up on comments and action items to ensure timely closure.
• Interpret engineering data, P&IDs, equipment layouts, and design criteria to produce constructible piping design solutions.
• Perform piping routing, plot plan development, and interface coordination with civil, mechanical, structural, process, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines.
• Prepare material take‑offs (MTOs) and support quantity estimation for piping materials, fittings, supports, and insulation.
• Check design consistency, safety, operability, maintainability, and compliance with project and industry requirements.
• Review vendor documents and incorporate technical comments into the design.
• Coordinate with designers and engineers regarding technical queries, and design issues.
• Ensure deliverables are completed on time, within budget in line with project execution plans.
• Provide guidance and technical support to junior designers and drafters where applicable.
• Apply engineering standards, and quality requirements throughout all design activities.

Abilities

• Excellent 3D spatial awareness and piping routing capability.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate deliverables.
• Effective communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on constructability and maintainability.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a multidisciplinary team.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken, for effective communication with teams and stakeholders.
• This role requires strong expertise in AVEVA E3D, Navisworks and AutoCAD.
• Ability to deliver accurate results under project timelines while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software.
• Strong team player skills to effectively work within multi-location and multicultural teams.

Qualifications

• University degree or a technician qualification in design in mechanical engineering or a related/similar discipline.
• Minimum 12 years of relevant piping design experience in the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Fertilizer, or similar sectors, both offshore and onshore, covering all project phases from basic design to detailed design, with particular experience in onshore plant design.
• Knowledge of piping layout principles, maintenance, fabrication and construction practices, and drawing standards.
• Good understanding of industry codes and standards such as ASME, ANSI, API, and project-specific requirements.
• The legal requirements to work and reside in the EU and Netherlands is desirable although relocation support can be provided.

Offer

A dynamic role in a fast-growing company with significant growth opportunities, structured development plans, and the potential for international exposure.

A market competitive salary and benefits package will be offered and candidates looking to relocate from abroad (EU/Non-EU) will be considered and supported in this process.

This is a permanent position (company payroll) and not a contract role.