Design Services Manager

Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems Americas; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 paid holidays

Generous PTO

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Aaalberts IPSA is seeking a Design Services Manager in Charlotte, NC to lead piping design, drawings and BOM coordination for client projects. You will oversee BEP development and field measurements, collaborating with sales, engineering and field teams.

Role requires travel, strong project management, and experience with AutoCAD/BIM. Join a globally renowned innovator with a focus on excellence and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Ability to interface with all levels of management and clients.
• Experience with AutoCAD and BIM in project design.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Strong project management skills with scheduling, budgeting, and coordination.
• Knowledge of piping specification engineering and pipe supports.
• Proficiency in English (minimum B1).

Responsibilities

• Prepare piping layout drawings, isometrics, spool sheets with complete BOMs and drawings.
• Perform checking of drawings and BOMs produced in-house and by the design team.
• Conduct project reviews, kick-off meetings, maintain customer contact, and other job control functions.
• Coordinate complete project material handling from manufacturing to installation.
• Prepare BEP and Advanced BOMs and assist in content changes for material delivery.
• Assist sales with APDS drawing quotes.
• Travel to jobsites for field measurements and customer interaction.
• Train drafters and interns.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Client interfacing

Travel readiness

Project management

Piping knowledge

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM

Microsoft Office

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Design Services Manager to unlock your ambition and work the future at Aalberts.

As a full-time Design Services Manager at Aalberts IPSA, located in Charlotte, NC, you will support clients to design IPSA brand products and services that meet their desired need. This role plays a key part in supporting clients growing needs leveraging innovation and creativity.

the Aalberts way

Aalberts is built on entrepreneurship. We believe the more space people are given, the greater their chance of finding brilliant solutions for our customers. That is why we encourage everyone to take ownership, think independently yet work as one team. You are in charge today of what happens tomorrow. For yourself, for the company, and for our planet.

• Prepare piping layout drawings, isometric drawings, spool sheet drawings/cut sheets with complete BOM’s (bill-of-materials), pad and equipment drawings from customer furnished drawings and vendor data in Auto Plant (or other) design modelling software as required.
• Perform checking functions of drawings and bill of materials (plans & sections, isometrics, spool sheets, B.O.M.'s) produced both in-house and by the design team at Apollo.
• Conduct project review, kick-off meetings, maintain customer contact, and other job control functions.
• Coordinate complete project material handling from manufacturing to installation (i.e. bagging & tagging / expediting, fabrication of combination Apollo and welded spools, field logistics, etc.).
• Prepare and coordinate complete BEP (Basic Engineering Package), adhering to established guidelines, for transferring project to Apollo design team.
• Prepare Advanced Bill of Materials and assist the customer service department regarding their content and/or changes to material delivery requirements.
• Assist sales and with presentation of APDS drawing quotes (as required).
• Assist APDS estimating, specification, and software development departments (as required).
• Travel to jobsites to obtain accurate field measurements and interact with customers and Apollo salespeople as required.
• Assist in the training of draftspersons, draftsperson trainees, and interns.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by your manager.

requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Ability to interface with all levels of management within the company and clients.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, AutoCAD, and (BIM) Building Information Modelling.
• Be able to travel domestically and internationally.
• Must have project management skills (i.e. scheduling, budgeting, expediting, material coordination, information organization, customer interface, preparation of drawing issues to customer, etc.).
• Knowledge of piping specification engineering and pipe support experience.
• English language proficiency of at least B1 level where clear communication and basic problem-solving skills are essential.

why work at Aalberts?

• Globally renowned company, dedicated to technological innovation and excellence
• Diverse teams of passionate individuals, committed to making a difference
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Think independently yet work as one team
• Be in charge today of what happens tomorrow

about Aalberts

We are a company of over 13,000 passionate people spread across 50 countries, working as one to engineer mission-critical technologies, making impact in everyday life. Aalberts IPSA proudly supports eco-friendly buildings to high-tech manufacturing, minuscule microchips to the largest seagoing vessels, and next gen vehicles to lightweight airplanes. Since 1975, we have been at the forefront of where technological innovation truly matters and progress is really made for a clean, smart and responsible future.

work environment

• Operate standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers.
• Communicate verbally and in writing to exchange information with colleagues, customers, and clients.
• Visually perceive and assess information on computer screens and documents.
• Ascend/descend stairs or use elevators in office buildings.
• Maintain concentration and complete tasks in environments with varying noise levels.
• Apply established protocols and make decisions in potentially high-stress situations during vendor interactions.
• Prioritize and manage multiple communication projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Operate standard office equipment and software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, content management systems).

occasional travel to job sites up to 25% of the time.

how we take care of you

Compensation for this salaried role will be determined based on experience and demonstrated alignment of skills through the interview process.

• The role includes 12 paid holidays, generous paid time off, and a competitive benefits package.

go ahead, work the future at Aalberts

Our procedure involves application submission, screening, assessments, selection, and offer/onboarding. The process follows a tentative time frame and is subject to the availability of both parties and the completion of each stage.

our commitment to all

Aalberts IPSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

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