Design Engineer

ALTEN; Lisboa; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Portugal is seeking an experienced Design Engineer to support and review piping design projects in Lisbon, with a hybrid work setup. The role focuses on creating and reviewing technical drawings, isometrics, P&IDs, and 3D modeling of piping systems and supports.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering and has 2–6 years of professional piping design experience, preferably in industrial or process plant environments.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• 2–6 years of professional piping design or mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience in 3D modeling of piping systems, supports, and plant layouts.

Responsibilities

• Isometric creation: develop and review detailed isometric drawings for piping systems.
• P&ID creation and reading: design and analyze P&IDs for process flows and equipment integration.
• 3D piping and supports modeling: create 3D models using Autodesk Inventor and Plant 3D and perform clash detection.
• Generate comprehensive pipe plant layouts with equipment placement, piping networks, and utilities.

Skills

3D modeling

P&ID reading

Isometrics

Technical drawings

Education

Mechanical/Industrial Engineering degree

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Plant 3D

Job description

ALTEN Portugal, a leading force in the IT, Engineering and Life Sciences industries. We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Design Engineer.

ALTEN Group

Within 30 years, ALTEN has become leader in both outsourced Engineering and IT Enterprise Services. ALTEN, composed of 54,000 employees (88% engineers), carries out complex and highly technical projects throughout the value chain of 6,500 clients, the most prestigious companies in all sectors of industry, services and telecommunications. We work with key actors in the Aeronautics & Space, Defense & Naval, Security, Automotive, Rail, Energy, Life Sciences, Finance, Retail, Telecommunications and Services sectors.

Do you want to work in exciting projects at renowned clients? At ALTEN we believe that knowing and meeting the expectations of our consultants is a key factor in our success. Our consultants make the difference. Do you want to make the difference too?

We are seeking an experienced Design Engineer to support and review piping design projects. This role will focus on creating and reviewing technical drawings, isometrics, and P&IDs, as well as 3D modeling of piping systems and supports.

Key Responsibilities:

• Isometric Creation:
• Develop and review detailed isometric drawings for piping systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Technical Drawing Reading:
• Interpret and validate technical and assembly drawings, identifying key components, dimensions, and tolerances for piping and mechanical systems.
• P&ID Creation and Reading:
• Design and analyze Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), ensuring clarity in process flows, instrumentation, and equipment integration.
• Piping and Support Modeling (3D):
• Create 3D models of piping systems and structural supports using Autodesk Inventor and Plant 3D, optimizing routing, spatial efficiency, and clash detection.
• Simulate and validate designs for manufacturability and installation feasibility.
• Generate comprehensive pipe plant layouts, including equipment placement, piping networks, and utility systems, aligned with process requirements.
• Specifications Creation:
• Define and document technical specifications for materials, components, and construction methods, ensuring adherence to pharmaceutical/GMP standards and safety regulations.
• MTO (Material Take-Off) and BOM (Bill of Materials) Creation:
• Compile detailed MTOs and BOMs using Autodesk Inventor and Plant 3D databases, listing piping materials, fittings, valves, and structural supports.
• Cross-reference materials between Inventor (equipment) and Plant 3D (piping) to ensure consistency and avoid discrepancies.
• Database Management:
• Maintain and update Plant 3D databases for piping and tubing systems, ensuring data integrity for material lists, revisions, and as-built documentation.
• Synchronize material lists between Autodesk Inventor (for equipment) and Plant 3D (for piping) to streamline procurement and fabrication.

Qualifications:

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 2–6 years of professional experience in piping design or mechanical engineering, preferably in industrial, pharmaceutical, or process plant environments.
• Proven track record in 3D modeling of piping systems, supports, and plant layouts.
• Experience with P&ID creation and interpretation, isometric drawings, and technical specifications for piping and process equipment.

Location: Lisbon, Portugal (Hybrid).

Why Join Us?

• Possibility to work with cutting-edge technology in the Life Sciences industry
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Possibility to join a top-leading company in the industry
• Possibility to join different and interesting projects