Process Piping Lead

IPS-Integrated Project Services; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

IPS-Integrated Project Services seeks a Lead Piping Designer to join our Process Piping Department. This role can be based in any of our U.S. offices (MA, NJ, PA, MD, NC, KS, CA) and requires extensive piping design experience and 3D modeling skills.

You will lead drawings, coordinate with vendors, and ensure documents reflect the design intent. Travel 5–20% is expected; GMP process systems and Plant 3D experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of previous design experience.
• Technical or Associate Degree from an accredited technical institution or college in mechanical engineering design areas.
• Proven experience with Piping Design software.
• Experience with generating Piping Iso drawing production.

Responsibilities

• Work independently on conceptual and detailed design projects as assigned by a Project Manager or Director.
• Prepare piping and equipment arrangement drawings in 3D models and 2D layouts.
• Select piping components such as GMP valves, fittings, flanges, and pipe supports, coordinating with suppliers/vendors.
• Coordinate all aspects of project documentation with clients and other design professionals to reflect design intent.
• Coordinate design work with related engineering disciplines to resolve clashes and comments.
• May contribute to annual performance reviews for assigned staff.

Skills

Piping Design

3D Modeling

Education

Technical or Associate Degree in mechanical engineering design

Tools

Autodesk Navisworks

BIM 360

Job description

Job Description

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We're looking for an experienced

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We're looking for an experienced Lead Piping Designer to join our growing Process Piping Department. This role can be based out of any of our U.S. office locations (MA, NJ, PA, MD, NC, KS, CA).

Position Responsibilities

• Work independently on conceptual and detailed design projects as assigned by a Project Manager or Director.
• Play a crucial role in the entire design process, including preliminary assessments, concept creation, design, problem resolution, and customer and vendor accessibility.
• Prepare piping and equipment arrangement drawings in 3D models and 2D layouts.
• Select the correct piping components such as GMP valves, fittings, flanges, and pipe supports, working with equipment suppliers/vendors to get the information needed for design completion.
• Produce Piping Plans, Equipment Layout, Section Layout, section views, and other 2D drawings for deliverables. You’ll also prepare material take-offs.
• Ensure acceptable levels of quality and check for coordination of work to assure documents reflect design intent.
• The team will rely on you to coordinate all aspects of project document completion within the company and externally with clients and other design professionals; this includes coordinating design work with related engineering disciplines to resolve clashes and apply comments.
• You may contribute to annual performance reviews for assigned staff, if applicable, along with acting as a resource for developmental support.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 15+ years of previous design experience.
• Technical or Associate Degree from an accredited technical institution or college in mechanical engineering design areas.
• Proven experience with Piping Design software.
• Experience with generating Piping Iso drawing production.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Autodesk Navisworks. BIM 360.
• Knowledge of the design of Piping Systems for GMP Process and Clean utility systems.
• Plant 3D experience.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to stand, sit, and walk for prolonged periods.
• Must possess the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as required.
• Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to climb ladders as necessary.

Work Environment

• Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, which may include exposure to varying working conditions.
• Must be able to adhere to strict cleanroom gowning protocol.

Travel

• This position will require 5-20% travel or as required by the assigned project.
• You may be assigned to a client site for an extended period.
• Overnight travel or staying in the city of the Client’s location is possible, depending on the assignment.
• Please review the IPS Travel Policy.
• You will visit Client sites and must adhere to stated safety rules.
• Must have access to reliable transportation.
• Must have the ability to travel and commute on a daily or routine basis.

Safety

• This position is a safety-sensitive position.
• The employee is designated for field work and attends activities at client sites where they work in construction, process, packaging, manufacturing, research, or other "non-administrative" areas.

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.

About Us

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in technical consulting, architecture, engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification, and validation services for technically complex facilities. Integration is how we think and work. It requires the ability to unite existing and emerging technologies into a process that reliably delivers products and accelerates speed to market. That end-to-end mindset allows us to be agile and anticipate challenges as we move projects toward operational readiness. IPS applies design and delivery expertise, client-side experience, and supplier-side insight to every project. We infuse our curiosity, our passion, and our commitment to partnership in delivering solutions at any scale. We meet our clients where they are and get them to where they need to go. That’s only possible when we care as much as our clients do.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV, and Staffing Services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.