Piping Designer

Tri-Starr Talent; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 48,216 - 75,768; Part time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in New Braunfels is looking for a skilled Recruiting Operations Manager to design state-of-the-art CO₂ liquefaction and LNG processing plants. The ideal candidate must have proficiency in 3D modeling, especially with AutoCAD Plant 3D, and a strong understanding of piping systems. This role offers a chance to influence the transition to cleaner energy systems through innovative design work. Competitive pay range is $35.00/hr - $55.00/hr.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in design engineering.
• Strong skills in 3D modeling using AutoCAD Plant 3D.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Plant 3D Spec Editor is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce comprehensive plant layout drawings for CO₂ and LNG facilities.
• Create detailed 3D equipment models, including pressure vessels and heat exchangers.
• Develop 3D piping models using in-house specifications based on ASME codes.

Skills

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Autodesk Advance Steel

Reading Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams

Education

Associate degree in Drafting & Design

Job description

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Base pay range

$35.00/hr - $55.00/hr

Recruiting Operations Manager at Tri-Starr Group

Are you a skilled 3D Drafting Designer who loves turning complex engineering concepts into precise, buildable designs?

This is your chance to play a key role in designing CO₂ liquefaction and LNG processing plants—projects that directly support the transition to cleaner, more efficient energy systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce comprehensive plant layout drawings for LCO₂ and LNG facilities.
• Create detailed 3D equipment models, including pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and rotating machinery.
• Develop 3D piping models for process and utility systems such as CO₂, NH₃, water, oil, glycol, amine, refrigerants, nitrogen, and air—using in-house piping specifications based on ASME B31.1, B31.3, and B16.5 codes.
• Produce structural steel 3D models for supporting skidded and fixed equipment.
• Prepare equipment, structural, and piping detail drawings, including general arrangement (GA) and foundation details for fabrication and field installation.
• Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and piping isometric drawings for shop and site use.
• Lead model review meetings with internal teams and external clients, document meeting minutes, and track action items.
• Monitor progress against project schedules and provide weekly status updates.
• Review and coordinate vendor drawings and in-house redlines to ensure compliance with project standards and design intent.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Proficiency with AutoCAD Plant 3D (P3D) – 3D modeling experience is required.
• Experience using Autodesk Advance Steel is required.
• Associate degree in Drafting & Design preferred; equivalent experience (3+ years) accepted.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Plant 3D Spec Editor and P&ID program is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) is essential.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Design

Industries

• HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing