Piping Design Engineer

Sira Consulting, an Inc 5000 company; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Sira Consulting seeks a Mechanical & Project Engineer with 7–10 years of experience in Chemical or FMCG industries. The role focuses on designing, developing, and optimizing mechanical and piping systems for process plants, ensuring compliance with safety standards and project requirements.

You will also provide on-site field support, coordinate with vendors, and troubleshoot during installation and commissioning, working closely with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure seamless project execution.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in Chemical or FMCG industries.
• Experience designing, developing, and optimizing mechanical and piping systems for process plants.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical and piping layouts, select equipment, and prepare supporting structures.
• Review P&IDs and GA drawings to ensure correct equipment and piping selections.
• Coordinate with process, electrical, instrumentation, and civil engineers for integrated design.
• Prepare BOQs and procurement specifications; provide on-site support during installation and commissioning.
• Liaise with vendors and contractors; review proposals and participate in FAT/site tests.

Skills

Mechanical design

Piping design

Vendor coordination

Field support

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

E3D

ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical & Project Engineer with 7-10 years of experience in the Chemical or FMCG industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing mechanical and piping systems for process plants, ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and project requirements. The role also includes on-site field support, vendor coordination, and technical troubleshooting during installation and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Mechanical Design

• Develop layouts, equipment selection, and support structures using industry-standard tools.
• Review P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams) and GA (General Arrangement) drawings for equipment and piping.
• Ensure proper pump, compressor, heat exchanger, and tank selection based on process requirements.
• Coordinate with process, electrical, instrumentation, and civil engineers to ensure seamless design integration.

2. Project Execution & Field Support

• Work closely with project teams to ensure timely execution of mechanical and piping designs.
• Prepare BOQs (Bill of Quantities) and procurement specifications.
• Provide on-site support during equipment installation, commissioning, and startup.
• Assist in resolving field issues related to mechanical and piping systems.
• Conduct site surveys, as-built documentation, and design modifications as required.
• Collaborate with fabrication and construction teams to resolve site-related issues.
• Liaise with vendors, suppliers, and contractors to ensure equipment and piping components meet design requirements.
• Review vendor proposals, specifications, and drawings, providing feedback and approval.
• Conduct technical discussions and negotiations with vendors to ensure compliance with engineering standards.
• Assist in vendor inspections, FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing), and site acceptance tests.
• Address and resolve vendor-related non-conformities or deviations from project specifications.

4. Software & Tools Proficiency

• Proficient in AutoCAD, Plant 3D,E3D or similar for equipment modeling.
• Ability to work with ERP systems and engineering document management software.

Educational Qualifications:

• B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

Preferred Industry Experience:

• Chemical, FMCG, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceuticals, or Petrochemicals.
• Experience in greenfield/brownfield plant expansion and modification projects.

Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.