Piping Draftsperson / Coordinator

Victaulic; Pennsylvania; Remote; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Virtual Design and Construction professional to coordinate projects from manufacturing to installation. This role involves preparing detailed engineering drawings, ensuring compliance with VDC procedures, and collaborating with global teams. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in engineering or design, particularly in piping or HVAC, and be proficient in tools like AutoCAD and Revit. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and quality improvement in a dynamic work environment, where your expertise will contribute to impactful projects across various sectors.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of solid engineering/design experience, preferably in piping or HVAC.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project and material handling from manufacturing to installation.
• Prepare piping layout and isometric drawings using Revit or other software.

Skills

Engineering/Design Experience

Piping Specification Engineering

Communication Skills

Project Management Skills

Customer Interaction

Education

Associate Degree in Drafting Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Excel

Word

Job description

Virtual Design and Construction

Location: Remote, Pennsylvania

Reports To: Lead Sr. BIM Project Coordinator

About Victaulic:

Victaulic is a global leader in mechanical pipe joining innovations and is the world's leading producer of mechanical pipe joining solutions. The company has 13 manufacturing facilities and 28 branches worldwide with 4,400 employees who speak 43 languages across the globe. With over 2000 global patents, Victaulic solutions are at work in more than 140 countries across diverse business lines including oil and gas, chemical, mining, power generation, water and wastewater treatment, military and marine, as well as commercial building and fire protection.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Coordinate complete project and material handling from manufacturing to installation (e.g., bagging & tagging, expediting, fabrication of combination Victaulic and welded spools, field logistics, etc.).
2. Perform checking functions of drawings and bill of materials (plans & sections, isometrics, spool sheets, BOMs) produced both in-house and by the GDC (Global Design Center) and/or other VDC offices, utilizing VDC procedures and standards.
3. Provide assistance and comments for projects transferred to the GDC, attend daily coordination meetings with the GDC.
4. Utilize and enforce the VDC Division procedures and policies.
5. Assist Sales with presentation of VDC Drawing Quotes as required.
6. Travel to jobsites to obtain accurate field measurements and interact with customers and Victaulic salespeople as required.
7. Participate in Lean implementation and the Victaulic Quality Improvement Process.
8. Prepare piping layout drawings, isometric drawings, spool sheet drawings/cut sheets with complete BOMs, and equipment drawings from customer furnished drawings and vendor data using Revit or other design software.
9. Conduct project reviews, kick-off meetings, maintain customer contact, and perform other job control functions.
10. Prepare and coordinate complete Basic Engineering Packages (BEP) for project transfer to the GDC and/or other VDC offices.
11. Update the Project Lead weekly on project status and assist with project close-out and customer satisfaction reports.
12. Prepare Advanced Bill of Materials and assist the customer care department regarding material delivery requirements.
13. Review incoming projects and prepare VDC Drawing Quotes.
14. Assist VDC Estimating, Specification, and Software Development departments as required.
15. Advise the Project Leader on the status of project milestones.
16. Assist in training Draftspersons, Trainees, and Interns.
17. Qualifications include an Associate Degree in drafting technology or a Bachelor's Degree preferred; 3-5 years of solid engineering/design experience, preferably in piping, HVAC, or industrial sectors.
18. Knowledge of piping specification engineering, pipe support experience, and proficiency with Excel, Word, AutoCAD; knowledge of piping software or Revit is beneficial.
19. Ability to travel domestically and internationally (<5% travel required).
20. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer skills required.
21. Project management skills are preferred.

Language Skills:

Victaulic is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.