Piping Designer

Integral Engineering Group, LLC; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Integral Engineering Group in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Piping Designer to develop complex mechanical systems for industrial and government projects. You will produce high-quality 3D models, fabrication packages, and plant layouts while adhering to ASME codes and DOE Orders.

Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD Plant 3D is essential for plant layout, piping systems, and equipment modeling in highly regulated environments.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Mechanical Design, Drafting, or related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant industrial experience in DoD/DOE environments preferred.
• Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD Plant 3D for plant layout and piping systems.
• Experience with Inventor or SolidWorks for complex modeling is required.

Responsibilities

• Produce 3D models and fabrication packages for equipment using Revit and Plant 3D.
• Create plant layouts, elevations, sections, and detailed drawings of piping and HVAC systems.
• Ensure designs meet ASME codes and DOE/Local standards.
• Coordinate with engineers and teams to resolve issues and meet schedules.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Inventor

SolidWorks

ASME codes

DOE Orders

Team collaboration

Hybrid work familiarity

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical Design or related

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

DOE compliance tools

Job description

Integral Engineering Group is a woman-owned small business based in Knoxville, TN, providing multi-disciplinary engineering services to sectors including petrochemical, nuclear, energy, defense, and manufacturing. We excel in process design, safety analysis, project engineering, and technical staff augmentation, working collaboratively across chemical, mechanical, civil, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Piping Designer to support the development of complex mechanical systems and equipment for industrial and government (DoD/DOE) projects. This role focuses on producing high-quality 3D models, fabrication packages, and plant layouts while ensuring compliance with ASME codes and applicable Federal, State, and Local standards, including DOE Orders.

A strong working proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD Plant 3D is essential for success in this role, particularly for plant layout, piping systems, and equipment modeling in highly regulated environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce 3D equipment models and build-to-print fabrication packages for specialty and first-of-a-kind equipment using CAD software (Revit and AutoCAD Plant 3D required)
• Develop plant, facility, equipment, piping, and site layout general arrangement drawings including elevations, sections, and detailed views
• Create detailed design and fabrication drawings for plant layouts, process and facility equipment, ASME piping, HVAC, plumbing, and supports
• Coordinate with engineers and multidisciplinary teams to design, lay out, and resolve technical issues
• Interpret and apply Federal (including DOE Orders), State, and Local codes and standards
• Ensure all designs conform to applicable engineering codes and standards, including ASME
• Collect and compile field data; support site walkdowns and as-built documentation
• Assist with material takeoffs, estimates, and procurement documentation
• Organize and prioritize work to meet project schedules and deadlines
• Communicate effectively, ask clarifying questions, and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical field (Mechanical Design, Drafting, or related)
• 2-4 years of relevant industrial experience (DoD/DOE environment preferred)
• Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirements
• Demonstrated experience using Revit and AutoCAD Plant 3D for mechanical design, plant layout, and piping systems (required)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience using Inventor and/or SolidWorks for complex mechanical modeling and fabrication drawings
• Strong knowledge of ASME codes and standards
• Working knowledge of Federal, State, and Local codes and standards, including DOE Orders
• Demonstrated competence in mechanical design fundamentals, including containment systems and sheet metal equipment
• Ability to produce detailed engineering drawings and interpret technical specifications
• Ability to meet defined project schedules and manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team and hybrid environment
• Ability to provide examples of prior design work
• Successful completion of drug screening
• Must meet ITAR U.S. Person requirements (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance or site badge, if required

Preferred Qualifications

• Factory, field, or construction experience
• Practical mechanical or fabrication skills
• Experience with point cloud modeling
• Experience performing 3D laser scanning of facilities, processes, or equipment

Benefits Summary

• Paid time off - two weeks per year accrued bi-weekly
• Life and Accidental Insurance, Short-term and Long-term disability
• Company-matching pre-tax 401(k) retirement account with 100% vesting for eligible participants available on your first day of employment up to 4%.
• Employee Assistance Program

Integral Engineering Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.