Piping Engineer

The Hunton Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hunton Group in Houston, TX is seeking a Piping Engineer to design, lay out, and support piping systems for commercial and industrial HVAC projects. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, controls, field teams, and customers to meet specifications, schedules, and budgets.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and 3+ years of piping design or mechanical engineering experience, with knowledge of chilled water, condenser water, hydronic, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of piping design or mechanical engineering experience.
• HVAC piping knowledge for commercial/industrial environments.
• Familiarity with chilled water, condenser water, hydronic, and process piping.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, BIM or similar design software.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop piping systems for commercial/industrial HVAC projects.
• Prepare piping layouts, specifications, calculations, and engineering docs.
• Coordinate piping with mechanical, structural, electrical, and controls teams.
• Review drawings and customer requirements to ensure code compliance.
• Assist with equipment selection and piping sizing.
• Support estimating, project management, and field teams during execution.
• Participate in design reviews, meetings, and coordination with customers and contractors.
• Provide technical support for troubleshooting and commissioning activities.

Skills

Piping design

Mechanical engineering

Project management

Collaborative teamwork

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Job description

DescriptionHunton Group is seeking to hire a Piping Engineer for our Hunton Trane division. The Piping Engineer will be responsible for the design, layout, coordination, and support of piping systems for commercial and industrial HVAC projects. This role will work closely with project managers, sales engineers, controls, field operations, and customers to deliver efficient and high-quality piping system solutions that meet project specifications, schedules, and budget requirements.The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically strong, and capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while supporting innovative HVAC and mechanical system designs.Come work for an industry leader that has been recognized both locally and nationally as one of the Top Places to Work!Responsibilities:Design and develop piping systems for commercial and industrial HVAC applications, including chilled water, condenser water, heating hot water, and process piping systems.Prepare piping layouts, specifications, calculations, and engineering documentation.Coordinate piping designs with mechanical, structural, electrical, and controls teams to ensure successful project execution.Review project drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to ensure compliance with design standards and codes.Assist with equipment selection and piping system sizing.Support estimating, project management, and field teams during project execution and installation.Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and coordination efforts with customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.Provide technical support for troubleshooting, system modifications, and commissioning activities as needed.Ensure designs comply with applicable industry standards, codes, and safety requirements.Maintain accurate project documentation and engineering records.Support continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practices.QualificationsQualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field required.3+ years of piping design or mechanical engineering experience preferred.Experience with commercial or industrial HVAC systems is strongly preferred.Knowledge of chilled water, condenser water, hydronic, and process piping systems.Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, or other engineering design software preferred.Understanding of applicable engineering codes and standards.Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and collaboration skills.Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus but not required.Preferred Skills:Experience working in HVAC, mechanical contracting, or industrial environments.Familiarity with Trane equipment and building systems.Knowledge of system commissioning and startup processes.Experience supporting design-build projects.