Designer

Actalent; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

HSA

Job summary

Actalent, a global leader in engineering and sciences services, is seeking a Designer Piping and 3D CAD for a data center project. The role supports hybrid/remote work with a contract-to-hire pathway, based out of Charlotte, NC.

You will leverage advanced CAD tools, including Revit, to develop detailed piping layouts, perform calculations, and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams. The ideal candidate has strong piping design skills, experience with 3D CAD, P&ID interpretation, and the

Qualifications

• Proficient in piping design and layout with 3D CAD.
• Ability to read P&ID documents.
• Apply codes, standards, and guidelines to designs.
• Strong teamwork and communication abilities.
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare piping design and detailed layout drawings.
• Develop and check deliverables per procedures.
• Provide technical guidance for piping portions of projects.
• Apply codes and standards to ensure compliant designs.
• Create and coordinate 3D models in Revit.
• Monitor CAD output and coordinate with other disciplines.
• Prepare design schedules and meet milestones.
• Perform calculations supporting piping decisions.
• Participate in design reviews with project teams.
• Contribute to design execution strategies.
• Support high-performing design team under deadlines.

Skills

Piping design

3D CAD

Revit 3D

P&ID reading

Discipline coordination

Tools

Revit

Job description

Job Description

This role focuses on piping design and detailed layout development for a confidential data center project within a multidisciplinary engineering environment. The designer works with minimal supervision, following established procedures and guidelines to produce high-quality design deliverables, coordinate with other disciplines, and support project execution using advanced CAD and 3D tools.

Job Title: Designer Piping and 3D CAD

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed piping design and layout drawings using advanced piping design techniques and 3D CAD tools.
• Develop and check design deliverables, including layouts, drawings, and supporting documentation, in accordance with written procedures and guidelines.
• Provide technical guidance for the piping portions of assigned projects and support the broader project team as needed.
• Interpret and apply applicable codes, standards, procedures, guidelines, and specifications to ensure compliant designs.
• Efficiently utilize CAD systems, including 3D design tools such as Revit, to produce accurate and coordinated models.
• Monitor the design and drafting work of CAD personnel and coordinate closely with other engineering disciplines to maintain alignment and resolve design conflicts.
• Prepare and maintain schedules for design work assignments, ensuring deliverables meet project milestones and deadlines.
• Perform calculations to support piping and mechanical design decisions and document these calculations for project records.
• Collaborate and communicate with project engineering teams and client engineering teams as required, participating in design reviews and coordination meetings.
• Contribute to the development and execution of project plans, including design execution strategies and workflows.
• Support a high-performing design team that is responsible for the successful execution of the project and consistently delivers high-quality work under tight deadlines.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in piping design and layout, including the use of advanced piping design techniques.
• Strong experience with CAD systems and 3D design tools, including Revit 3D.
• Ability to read, develop, and interpret P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagram) documents.
• Solid understanding of mechanical and pipe design principles and associated design documents.
• Sound understanding of engineering terminology and industry practices related to piping and mechanical design.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, procedures, guidelines, and specifications and the ability to apply them in daily work.
• Experience preparing and checking design deliverables, including drawings, layouts, and supporting documentation.
• Ability to prepare calculations that support design decisions and document them clearly.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact comfortably and professionally with project engineering teams and client engineering teams.
• Capability to work with minimal instruction while following written procedures and guidelines.
• Experience coordinating with multiple disciplines and monitoring CAD personnel to ensure quality and consistency of design output.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on large, complex projects such as data centers or similar facilities.
• Experience in collaborating with other engineering firms on shared or joint projects.
• Experience leading a project or a team of multiple designers, including planning and coordinating design execution.
• Exposure to developing or contributing to project execution plans for design activities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage tight deadlines and handle high-pressure situations while maintaining quality.
• Experience reflecting on and learning from past mistakes, with a focus on continuous improvement and accountability.

Work Environment

The role currently offers a hybrid or remote work arrangement, with a typical schedule of two days in the office and three days working from home, though fully remote work may be possible depending on project needs. The position operates within a stable, long-established organization that emphasizes a strong team culture, flexibility, and supportive leadership. Designers work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, leveraging modern CAD and 3D design technologies, including Revit, to deliver complex projects. The work environment encourages collaboration, innovation, and professional growth, with a focus on high performance, clear communication, and delivering high-quality design solutions for major engineering and construction projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $60.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.