Senior Piping Designer

Valdes Architecture & Engineering; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K

Life/AD&D insurance

Pet insurance

Gym membership

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Valdes Architecture & Engineering in Lombard, IL seeks a Senior Piping Designer to own complex piping layouts for industrial projects from concept through construction. You’ll lead design efforts, develop 3D models, and mentor junior designers while collaborating with multi-discipline teams.

The role offers ownership of quality, schedule, and budgets across energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure projects, with opportunities to shape standards and deliverables.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of piping design experience.
• Strong background in plant layout and industrial systems.
• Proficiency with 2D/3D CAD tools such as AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Lead piping design and plant layout for industrial projects from concept through construction.
• Develop 3D models, layouts, and detailed design deliverables.
• Collaborate with mechanical, structural, electrical, and I&C teams.
• Review vendor drawings for quality and constructability.
• Support field work and resolve on-site issues during execution.
• Mentor junior designers.

Skills

Piping design

Plant layout

CAD tools

Tools

AutoCAD

2D/3D CAD

Job description

Design complex systems that actually get built

At Valdes Architecture & Engineering, you won’t just produce drawings—you’ll lead the design of piping systems that support real industrial operations across energy, manufacturing, and infrastructure.

We’re looking for a Senior Piping Designer who wants ownership, variety, and the opportunity to mentor others while working on technically challenging projects.

What You'll Do

• Lead piping design and plant layout for industrial projects from concept through construction
• Develop 3D models, layouts, and detailed design deliverables
• Collaborate with mechanical, structural, electrical, and I&C teams
• Review vendor drawings and ensure design quality and constructability
• Support field work and solve real-world issues during execution
• Guide and mentor junior designers

Where You'll Make An Impact

• Own multiple projects—balancing quality, schedule, and budget
• Improve design standards, workflows, and best practices
• Play a key role in interdisciplinary coordination
• Help shape how projects are delivered—not just execute them

What You Bring

• Core experience:
  • 8+ years of piping design experience
  • Strong background in plant layout and industrial systems
  • Proficiency with 2D/3D CAD tools (AutoCAD or similar)

You’ll stand out if you have

• Experience with multi-discipline project environments
• Knowledge of stress analysis and in-line instrumentation
• Experience mentoring or leading designers
• SPED PPD Certified applicants preferred

What You'll Gain

• Real ownership—not just task execution
• Exposure to complex industrial projects across multiple industries
• A path to Lead Designer, Project Manager, or Technical Specialist roles
• Opportunities to influence standards and improve how work gets done

Why Valdes?

• Work across disciplines—no silos
• Direct access to leadership and decision-makers
• Flexible work environment
• Strong tenure and a culture of internal growth
• Projects that move beyond design into real-world execution

$90,000 - $150,000 a year

Valdes Architecture & Engineering Company is looking for bright and talented people that want to take their career to the next level. We offer many rewarding career paths to challenge and engage our employees at all phases of their careers. Our office provides a team environment, and excellent working conditions, which allow individuals to maximize their potential. Valdes Architecture & Engineering offers an outstanding benefits package including Medical, Dental, 401K plan, Company paid Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance, Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Pet Insurance, a discounted gym membership and tuition reimbursement.

EEO/AAE

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