Piping Designer IV

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors in Pasadena, TX is seeking a Piping Designer IV to perform complete mechanical/piping designs under supervision. The role includes developing piping drawings from P&ID’s and GA drawings, preparing material take-offs, and supporting field design activities.

The candidate will assist in design of moderately complex systems, work with project teams, and provide on-site support during startup.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or CAD required.
• 4+ years of relevant industrial experience in mechanical/piping drafting and design.
• Proficient with 2D AutoCAD and Microstation; knowledge of P&ID’s and GA drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete designs of mechanical/piping assignments under supervision.
• Develop piping drawings from P&ID’s, GA’s, and equipment drawings.
• Prepare material take-offs from piping drawings and manage site design activities.
• Assist in field design work to verify conditions and communicate with client personnel.
• On-site support during startup.

Skills

Piping design

Drafting

Field design

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or CAD

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

Microstation

Job description

Pasadena, TX

Full time

What You'll Be Doing

The Piping Designer IV is generally responsible for performing all aspects for complete designs of mechanical/piping assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. This level is expected to assist in the design of larger and more complex mechanical/piping assignments. This work will be performed under general supervision in our Pasadena office.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Familiarity with and utilizing department design and drafting standards.
• Familiarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.
• Developing the design and drafting of moderately complex piping drawings given basic information such as P&ID’s, GA’s, piping specifications, equipment drawings, etc.
• Performing field design work to ascertain current conditions, locate new systems, communicate with client personnel and assist in construction
• Preparing material take-offs from piping drawings
• Planning and managing your site design activities for optimum results.
• Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.
• On-site assistance during startup.

Ideal Background

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting is required.

Experience

Requires 4+ years of relevant industrial experience in mechanical/piping drafting and design.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and application of piping materials.
• Design of less complex process and utility piping systems.
• Knowledge and application of piping supports and restraints.
• Flexibility analysis of piping system.
• Knowledge of manual valve sizing, use and application
• Drafting of P&ID’s and GA’s.
• Design of piping limited specific equipment and inline instrumentation arrangements such as pump suctions and discharges, tanks, control valve stations, etc
• Familiarity with specifications and installation details of construction bulk materials and equipment.
• Ability to create accurate mechanical/piping installation documents from the information found on vendor equipment drawings.
• Knowledge and understanding of workflow/information flow between disciplines.
• Knowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all mechanical/piping deliverables.
• Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.
• Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.
• Working knowledge of 2D AutoCAD and Microstation.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Good presentation skills.
• Virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships continue to develop, and providing interoffice execution support under general supervision.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.
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Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a "team mentality" so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Hargrove is passionate about serving our clients within our industry and the local economy, and we recognize that our impact goes beyond building great projects. Our extraordinary teammates serve the community with their time, talent, and generosity. The Hargrove team is a family whose volunteerism makes a huge impact on our communities, and The Hargrove Foundation is the vehicle for making a true difference in the lives of others.

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a "team mentality" so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. Hargrove has consistently been ranked one of the "Best Firms to Work For" by organizations such as ZweigWhite and Business Alabama.

We pair expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our teammates strive to expand their knowledge and contribute to the success of the organization.

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