Process Designer

Cortex EPCM; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Cortex EPCM in Saint Louis, MO is seeking a Process Designer to design and model process and piping systems, prepare P&IDs, and coordinate equipment layouts. The role includes on-site field work with clients and occasional travel.

You'll use AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Navisworks, and Bluebeam to create 3D models, PFDs, isometrics, and BOMs, ensuring compliance with ASME B31.3 and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in design or engineering from an accredited program or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in process or piping design for industrial facilities.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Plant 3D (including Plant 3D P&ID), Navisworks, and Bluebeam.
• Experience with FARO SCENE or Autodesk ReCap for laser scan data preferred.
• Knowledge of process piping codes and standards (e.g., ASME B31.3) and industry process design standards.
• Ability to interpret and critically evaluate design drawings and schematics.
• Willingness to travel, including occasional assignments of up to one month.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in process, piping, and equipment layout design.
• Create and edit process flow diagrams (PFDs), P&IDs, piping plans, isometrics, and other engineering drawings.
• Develop pipe routing, pipe support locations, and piping bills of material.
• Develop detailed 3D process, piping, and equipment models.
• Utilize laser scanning equipment on-site and work with point cloud data to document existing conditions and support 3D models.
• Translate conceptual sketches, engineering markups, and instructions into constructable elements.
• Set up specification sheets, line lists, and equipment lists for projects.
• Prepare designs in accordance with applicable codes, client standards, and industry standards under the direction of the responsible engineer.
• Travel to client sites to support engineers, verify field conditions, and work on site with clients, including occasional assignments of up to one month.
• Prepare plan, section, and detail drawings.
• Perform quality checks on drawings, submittal reviews, and supporting the project team in meeting scope and budget.
• Review and suggest changes to existing designs.
• Review and prepare technical information for peers, teams and clients.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Process design

Piping design

3D modeling

P&IDs

Field verification

Client communication

Project coordination

Office software

Education

Bachelor's degree in design or engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Navisworks

Bluebeam

FARO SCENE

Autodesk ReCap

Job description

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Process Designer

COGS Engineering Services Full Time Saint Louis, MO, US

Salary Range: $85,000.00 To $105,000.00 Annually

Job Purpose

This position supports engineers by designing and modeling process and piping systems, preparing P&IDs, piping, and equipment layout drawings, and coordinating equipment layouts. In addition, the position works in the field, including laser scanning and field verification, and is regularly placed on site with clients for extended assignments.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in process, piping, and equipment layout design.
• Create and edit process flow diagrams (PFDs), P&IDs, piping plans, isometrics, and other engineering drawings.
• Develop pipe routing, pipe support locations, and piping bills of material.
• Develop detailed 3D process, piping, and equipment models.
• Utilize laser scanning equipment on-site and work with point cloud data to document existing conditions and support 3D models.
• Translate conceptual sketches, engineering markups, and instructions into constructable elements.
• Set up specification sheets, line lists, and equipment lists for projects.
• Prepare designs in accordance with applicable codes, client standards, and industry standards under the direction of the responsible engineer.
• Travel to client sites to support engineers, verify field conditions, and work on site with clients, including occasional assignments of up to one month.
• Prepare plan, section, and detail drawings.
• Perform quality checks on drawings, support submittal reviews, and support the project team in meeting the project scope and budget.
• Review and suggest changes to existing designs.
• Review and prepare technical information for peers, teams and clients.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in design or engineering from an accredited program or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in process or piping design for industrial facilities. Construction field experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Plant 3D (including Plant 3D P&ID), Navisworks, and Bluebeam. Experience with FARO SCENE or Autodesk ReCap for laser scan data preferred.
• Ability to gather and analyze measurement data from the field.
• Knowledge of process piping codes and standards (e.g., ASME B31.3) and industry process design standards, including sanitary design for food and beverage facilities.
• Ability to accurately interpret and critically evaluate design drawings and schematics.
• Understanding of piping layout, pipe supports, valve and instrument placement, equipment nozzle orientation, and material takeoffs.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and maintain quality service while under pressure.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to work alone or within groups as necessary.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (e.g. Being able to explain technical issues to clients using common language.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel and Word.
• Willingness to travel, including occasional assignments at client sites of up to one month.

Working Conditions

This position operates in a professional office environment with regular travel to client sites for field verification, laser scanning, and on-site design support, including occasional assignments of up to one month. Client sites may include working environments such as factory floors where industrial machinery is present and in operation.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This role requires the employee to frequently stand and walk for extended periods, climb stairs, ladders, and platforms, work at heights with fall protection, wear required personal protective equipment, use hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move equipment, tools, and materials up to 40 pounds.

Travel

Travel of approximately 20%, including occasional trips of up to one month at client sites.

Cortex EPCM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.