Piping Designer (contract)

Emerge; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem available

Job summary

A major engineering firm is seeking a Piping Designer in Boise, Idaho. The role involves developing layouts, 3D models, and collaborating across disciplines to ensure quality designs for piping in process plants. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and 3-7 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in PDMS and AutoCAD is essential. This position offers a long-term contract with per diem options to support field activities.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years' experience on medium-to-large process-plant projects.
• Understanding of piping codes (ASME B31.3, API) and material specifications.
• Proficient in stress-analysis input (Caesar II) and understanding of support design.

Responsibilities

• Produce Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and 3D models.
• Collaborate with process engineers to confirm line sizes and materials.
• Coordinate with structural and civil disciplines to resolve routing conflicts.

Skills

Proficiency in PDMS

Proficiency in AutoCAD Plant 3D

Strong spatial-visualization skills

Excellent communication

Time management

Adaptability

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Plant

CADWorx

Job description

Overview

Piping Designers develop precise layouts, isometric drawings, and 3D models of piping systems used in process plants, petrochemical facilities, power stations, and water-treatment facilities. They interpret P&IDs to produce accurate design drawings, select appropriate materials, and ensure piping is properly routed with adequate support and accessibility for maintenance. Collaborating across process, mechanical, and structural disciplines, Piping Designers are essential to both the construction and long-term operation of industrial plants. This is a long-term Contract job.

Per diem available.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), 2D layouts, and 3D models using PDMS, AutoCAD Plant 3D, or similar


• Dimension piping runs, specify pipe classes, valves, fittings, and supports


• Collaborate with process engineers to confirm line sizes, operating conditions, and materials of construction


• Generate isometric drawings with welding, bending, and fabrication details


• Coordinate with structural and civil disciplines to resolve clashes and routing conflicts


• Prepare bill of materials (BOM) and support procurement with detailed take-offs


• Site walkdowns or field verifications

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor\'s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field


• Proficiency in PDMS, CADWorx, or AutoCAD Plant


• Understanding of piping codes (ASME B31.3, API) and material specifications


• Strong spatial-visualization skills


• Time management and adaptability


• 3–7 years\' experience on medium-to-large process-plant projects


• Proficient in stress-analysis input (Caesar II) and understanding of support design


• Able to manage multi-discipline coordination and drive deliverable schedules


• Excellent communication for interfacing with engineers, fabricators, and site teams


• Able to coordinate with process, structural and mechanical teams


• Ability to mentor junior designers