Piping Designer

Actalent; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Process Piping Designer to support water and wastewater plant projects in Tampa, FL. You will develop detailed process piping layouts and 3D models using BIM and CAD tools, and coordinate with disciplines to deliver construction documents and isometrics.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree in drafting/design technology or related field, 5+ years in process piping design, and proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and Plant 3D.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in process piping design in water/wastewater.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and Plant 3D.
• Knowledge of AWWA standards and pump station layouts.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed process piping layouts and 3D models for water and wastewater facilities.
• Create and maintain BIM models using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Interpret P&IDs and calculations to develop constructible piping designs.
• Produce plans, sections, isometrics, equipment layouts, and construction drawings.
• Coordinate with structural, civil, electrical, and architectural teams.
• Perform clash detection and model coordination using Navisworks.
• Support equipment arrangement, plant layout development, and cost estimates.
• Review vendor drawings and incorporate equipment requirements.
• Participate in field investigations, site visits, and as-built verification.
• Maintain drafting standards and compliance with codes.
• Support project delivery schedules with accuracy.

Skills

Process piping

Revit

Water

Education

Associate degree in Drafting & Design Technology

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Plant 3D

Job description

Description

The Process Piping Designer will support the planning, design, and delivery of water, wastewater, reuse, and pump station projects by developing detailed process mechanical and piping designs using BIM and CAD platforms. This position collaborates with project managers, process engineers, structural engineers, and other design disciplines to prepare high-quality construction documents, 3D models, and piping layouts for municipal infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate has experience designing process piping systems for water and wastewater treatment facilities and is proficient with Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM coordination workflows.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed process piping layouts and 3D models for water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, reuse facilities, pump stations, and related infrastructure.
• Create and maintain BIM models using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Interpret Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and engineering calculations to develop constructible piping designs.
• Prepare plans, sections, details, isometrics, equipment layouts, and construction drawings.
• Coordinate designs with structural, civil, electrical, instrumentation, and architectural disciplines.
• Perform clash detection and model coordination using Navisworks and other BIM tools.
• Assist with equipment arrangement and plant layout development.
• Support specifications, quantity takeoffs, and construction cost estimating efforts.
• Review vendor drawings and incorporate equipment requirements into project models.
• Participate in field investigations, site visits, laser scanning activities, and as-built verification.
• Maintain compliance with company drafting standards, client standards, and industry codes.
• Support project delivery schedules while maintaining quality and accuracy.

Skills

Process piping, revit, water, Piping, Plant 3d, Mechanical, water treatment, wastewater, wastewater treatment, pump station, piping layout

Top Skills Details

Process piping,revit,water

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate degree in Drafting & Design Technology, Engineering Technology, CAD/BIM Technology, or related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in process piping design, in the water/ wastewater industry.
• Advanced proficiency with: Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Plant 3D,
• Strong understanding of process piping systems, pipe supports, valves and fittings, and pump station layouts
• Experience with water and wastewater treatment processes
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong understanding of AWWA standards, hydraulic profiles, process mechanical equipment, and chemical feed systems.
• Experience with water/wastewater systems related to data center projects is a plus.

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tampa, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tampa, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 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.

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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.