Piping Designer

Allied Engineering and Design; Swedesboro (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Engineering and Design in Swedesboro, NJ seeks a piping designer to produce isometrics, GA drawings, and 3D models for mechanical and process piping. You will develop P&IDs, piping schedules, valve lists, and BOMs, coordinating with process, facilities, EH&S, and operations teams to ensure clash-free routing and compliance with applicable codes.

The role requires 5+ years of experience in refinery/chemical/pharma environments, proficiency in AutoCAD/PDMS, and the ability to participate in

Qualifications

• Experience with AutoCAD, PDMS, and isometric drawings.
• At least 5 years supporting project and facilities work in refinery/chemical/pharma industries.
• Willingness to participate in site visits as required.
• Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed piping isometrics, GA drawings, pipe rack layouts, and installation drawings.
• Develop P&IDs, piping schedules, valve lists, and material/line-item BOMs.
• Create 3D models and spool drawings using CAD/Plant tools; coordinate with structural, electrical, and equipment vendors for clash-free routing.
• Specify pipe materials, fittings, supports, flanges, valves, and insulation per chemical compatibility and cleanroom requirements.
• Apply relevant codes and standards (ASME B31, local plumbing codes, SEMI) and ensure designs meet EHS constraints.
• Support construction: fabrication packages, review shop drawings, respond to RFIs.
• Work with procurement to prepare material takeoffs and vendor RFQs; evaluate vendor drawings.
• Perform as-built markups; update drawings post-installation and maintain version control.
• Participate in commissioning and start-up support; punch-list resolution.

Skills

Communication skills

Site visit ability

Tools

AutoCAD

PDMS

Job description

• Produce detailed piping isometrics, general arrangement (GA) drawings, pipe rack/route layouts, and installation drawings for mechanical and process piping.
• Develop and update P&IDs, piping schedules, valve lists, and material/line-item BOMs.
• Create 3D models and spool drawings using CAD/Plant tools; coordinate with structural, electrical, and equipment vendors for clash-free routing.
• Specify pipe materials, fittings, supports, flanges, valves, and insulation consistent with chemical compatibility and cleanroom requirements.
• Apply relevant codes and standards (ASME B31, local plumbing codes, SEMI where applicable) and ensure designs meet EHS and contamination-control constraints.
• Support construction and installation: prepare fabrication packages, review shop drawings, and respond to RFIs during installation.
• Work with procurement to prepare material takeoffs and vendor RFQs; evaluate vendor drawings and suggest constructability improvements.
• Perform as-built markups; update drawings post-installation and maintain accurate drawing/version control.
• Participate in commissioning support, start-up troubleshooting, and punch-list resolution for installed piping systems.
• Collaborate with process, facilities, EH&S, and operations teams to maintain production continuity and minimize disruption.
• Maintain design standards, templates, and CAD libraries; drive continuous improvement of drafting workflows.

Qualifications

• Experience with AutoCAD, PDMS, and Isometric preparation.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience supporting project and facilities work for a refinery, chemical, petrochemical, nuclear, or pharmaceutical industrial facility.
• Ability to participate in a site visit as needed.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with engineers and design teams.