Piping Engineer 4

Day & Zimmermann Company; United States; On-site; USD 115,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life, AD&D and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid maternity leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann Company in Greenville, SC is seeking a Piping Engineer 4 to lead complex piping design, analysis, and development on high-impact projects. You will apply advanced piping stress analysis, support design, and ANSI/ASME/API standards to deliver reliable, safe systems and drive project success.

You will mentor junior engineers, review calculations and layouts, and collaborate with discipline leads to optimize layouts, nozzle loads, and anchor placements.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of professional piping engineering experience.
• 8+ years using 3D CAD/BIM tools (AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Revit, Navisworks).
• 5+ years using piping stress analysis software (Caesar II or equivalent).
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with discipline lead to deliver piping design outputs and ANSI-aligned specifications.
• Design pressure piping systems for new and upgraded installations.
• Conduct piping stress analyses, calculations, and safety evaluations.
• Lead conceptual studies including cost estimating and layout optimization.
• Supervise vendor packages for nozzle loads and anchor placements.
• Mentor junior engineers by reviewing calculations and layouts.
• Contribute to cross-functional teams to resolve constructability issues.

Skills

Piping design

Piping stress analysis

3D CAD & BIM

Mentoring

Excel data analysis

Tools

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

Revit

Navisworks

Caesar II

Job description

Join DZMC as a Piping Engineer 4 and become a driving force within our Engineering Division in Greenville, SC. This is an exciting opportunity to lead complex piping engineering design, analysis, and development efforts across specialized, high-impact projects.

You will apply advanced expertise in piping stress analysis, support design, piping specifications, and specialty piping components to solve challenging engineering problems and deliver innovative, practical solutions. Your work will directly influence project quality, execution, and the continued advancement of DZMC's engineering capabilities.

As a recognized technical expert, you will mentor and support fellow engineers, share knowledge of emerging technologies, and help strengthen our piping engineering practices. Your insight will be instrumental in elevating technical excellence, improving project outcomes, and supporting continued business growth.

If you are ready to make a visible impact on complex projects while helping shape the future of piping engineering, we invite you to join a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values innovation, inclusion, professional development, and engineering excellence.

As the Piping Engineer 4, here is the work you'll do:

• Collaborate closely with the discipline lead to deliver high-quality piping design outputs, including developing detailed piping specifications aligned with ANSI standards and industry best practices.
• Design pressure piping systems that integrate seamlessly with process and equipment modifications for both new installations and upgrades, ensuring functionality and safety compliance.
• Conduct rigorous piping stress analyses, perform precise calculations, and carry out safety evaluations to guarantee integrity and reliability under operational conditions.
• Lead conceptual engineering studies involving cost estimation, project planning, layout development, and design calculations to optimize piping configurations and support systems.
• Supervise and review vendor equipment packages to ensure nozzle load compatibility, anchor placements, and adherence to engineering standards.
• Mentor junior engineers by reviewing their calculations, sketches, and layouts to maintain accuracy and consistency with project requirements.
• Contribute actively to cross-functional teams to address constructability issues, provide technical recommendations, and support project milestones.

This role is for you if you have these skills:

• In-depth knowledge of piping engineering principles complemented by familiarity with nationally and internationally recognized codes and standards, including ASME, API, and ANSI.
• Proficiency in learning and adapting to new engineering software tools rapidly, enhancing productivity and technical output quality.
• Self‑motivated and proactive approach to work, demonstrating the ability to operate independently with minimal supervision while maintaining accountability.
• Excellent team collaboration and communication skills, ensuring effective knowledge sharing and coordination within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong attention to detail coupled with analytical skills to review complex engineering data and provide dependable solutions.

And if you have these qualifications:

• A minimum of 12 years of professional experience in piping engineering, evidencing progressive responsibility and technical expertise.
• At least 8 years of practical experience utilizing 3D CAD and BIM software, such as AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Revit, and Navisworks, to develop piping layouts, designs, model coordination, and clash detection consistent with project requirements
• Preferred experience of 5+ years using pipe stress analysis software, favorably Caesar II or an equivalent platform, to support engineering decision-making and safety assessments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite applications with advanced skills in Excel to manage data analysis and reporting tasks effectively.

In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $114,960.00 - $172,440.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

We care about our employees and it shows. Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees' individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!