Piping Sr. Designer/Checker

Matrix Service Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Service Company is seeking a Sr. Designer/Checker, Piping to lead design and drafting efforts for custom projects. The role involves producing layouts, checking drawings, and potentially serving as Discipline Design Lead (DDL) or Project Design Lead (PDL) across multiple disciplines.

Candidates should have a strong piping background and 3D CAD proficiency. The position requires coordinating with internal and external designers, managing scope and schedule, and ensuring safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field preferred or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of related piping design and layout experience
• Advanced 3D CAD systems knowledge (CADWorx, PDMS or AVEVA)
• Strong understanding of piping, mechanical, and drafting disciplines
• Safety in Design exposure preferred and knowledge of relevant codes and standards

Responsibilities

• Produce and check piping layouts and drawings for accuracy and completeness
• Act as Discipline Design Lead (DDL) and may serve as Project Design Lead (PDL) for all disciplines
• Lead internal and external designers/drafters and manage project scope
• Assist in determining project scope, milestones, and man-hour estimates
• Coordinate with team members and participate in project meetings to ensure timely delivery
• Ensure drawings meet constructability, safety, and quality requirements
• Perform basic to advanced checking of drawings and BOMs
• Support training and development of junior staff as needed
• Perform additional responsibilities as directed by project leadership

Skills

Piping design experience

Detail orientation

Project coordination

Written and oral communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline

Tools

CADWorx

PDMS

AVEVA

Job description

Job Summary

The Sr. Designer/Checker, Piping is a senior-level design/drafting position, responsible for producing design layouts and finished drawings. Incumbents will be assigned to custom jobs involving, but not limited to, field survey, design sketches, engineering support, piping design, layouts and final drawings, and checking of all drawings assigned to them to assure that the drawings are accurate and error-free. This role will act as the Discipline Design Lead (DDL) and may act as the Project Design Lead (PDL) for all disciplines on the project as assigned/required, leading internal and external designers/ drafters for the discipline/project.

Essential Functions

• Actively supports the Company's commitment to safety and its "Core Values."
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company's "Code of Business Conduct and Ethics."
• Assists the Squad Leader in determining how to best meet job requirements, coordinating jobs and conducting training.
• Assists Drafters in lower classifications with questions/issues during performance of project work.
• Prepares and manages scope, budget and schedule for projects or assignments; this includes any discipline internal or external resources assigned to support their projects are within scope, budget and schedule.
• Participates in project meetings, and proactively communicates outside of meetings.
• Performs basic and complex facility, equipment, and piping layouts. Produces new drawings as well as checks drawings for accuracy and completeness.
• Pick-up red marks from check prints and correct drawings as required.
• Performs detailed dimensional and bill of material check of all drawings.
• Checks entire job for constructability, interferences, operational safety, and overall quality assurance.
• Communicates a strong sense of urgency about solving problems and getting work done.
• Assists with determining scope of work and man-hour estimates for a project as needed.
• Cooperates with other team members; interacts with individuals at all organizational levels in professional manner.
• Functions as the Discipline Design Lead (DDL) and may act as the Project Design Lead (PDL) for all disciplines on the project as assigned/required, leading internal and external designers/ drafters for the discipline/project.
• Performs additional responsibilities as directed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline with a focus in piping design preferred, or equivalent combination of education/experience in lieu of degree.
• 4+ years of related piping design and layout experience required; 2+ years of experience at Matrix preferred.
• Advanced 3D CAD systems knowledge required (such as with CADWorx, PDMS or AVEVA); experience with AVEVA platform highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of various drafting disciplines such as piping, mechanical, etc.
• General understanding of fabrication, purchasing, and field construction.
• Strong aptitude for reviewing, interpreting, and understanding Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), vendor drawings, and piping details.
• Safety in Design exposure highly preferred.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of API, ANSI, ASME and various codes and standards required for piping design.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness in work.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously under time sensitive deadlines.
• Exhibits excellent listening, oral and written skills.
• Occasional overtime and travel may be required.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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