Senior Piping Designer in Houston

Energy Jobline ZR; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

G-Tech is seeking an experienced Piping Designer to join our engineering team in Houston. You will develop piping designs for Petrochemical facilities using 2D and 3D CAD tools, produce isometrics, BOMs, and support details, and interpret P&IDs and drawings with precision.

You will collaborate across disciplines to ensure constructible, code-compliant designs, participate in model reviews, and mentor junior designers while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree or technical diploma in drafting/design.
• 3–5 years of piping design experience.
• Proficiency in CAD software SmartPlant 3D/SP3D and Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong understanding of piping systems, materials, and fabrication methods.
• Familiarity with ASME, ANSI, API, and other relevant codes and standards.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and revise piping designs using 2D and 3D CAD tools (e.g., MicroStation, SmartPlant 3D).
• Prepare piping layouts, isometric drawings, bills of materials, and support details.
• Interpret P&IDs, piping specifications, and engineering drawings accurately.
• Coordinate with engineers and designers to maintain design consistency and compliance.
• Ensure designs meet all applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Participate in model reviews, providing input to improve constructability and maintainability.
• Provide solutions to complex design challenges and review work produced by other designers.
• Act as a resource for projects and construction teams, assisting with field issue resolution. Coach and mentor less experienced designers as needed.

Skills

Piping design

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Associate degree or technical diploma in drafting/design

High School diploma with experience

Tools

SmartPlant 3D/SP3D

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Piping Designer to join our engineering team. This role is critical in delivering safe, efficient, and cost-effective piping designs for industrial facilities in the Petro chemical sector. The ideal candidate will have the ability to collaborate across disciplines to ensure project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and revise piping designs using 2D and 3D CAD tools (e.g., MicroStation, SmartPlant 3D).
• Prepare piping layouts, isometric drawings, bills of materials, and support details.
• Interpret P&IDs, piping specifications, and engineering drawings accurately.
• Coordinate with engineers and designers to maintain design consistency and compliance.
• Ensure designs meet all applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Participate in model reviews, providing input to improve constructability and maintainability.
• Provide solutions to complex design challenges and review work produced by other designers.
• Act as a resource for projects and construction teams, assisting with field issue resolution. Coach and mentor less experienced designers as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree or technical diploma in drafting/design
• High School diploma with experience
• 3 to 5 years of piping design experience
• Proficiency in CAD software SmartPlant 3D/SP3D and Microsoft office tools (word, excel, outlook, ect.) required.
• Strong understanding of piping systems, materials, and fabrication methods.
• Familiarity with ASME, ANSI, API, and other relevant codes and standards.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with laser scanning and point cloud integration.
• Knowledge of pipe stress analysis and support design.
• Understanding of project lifecycle and construction practices.

Additional Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective interaction with team members and clients.
• Commitment to safe work practices and adherence to company policies.
• Flexibility to work overtime, travel, and adapt to varying site conditions as needed.

Work Schedule & Additional Details

• 40 hour work week
• Monday -Thursday: 8 or 9 hours
• Friday: Half day (depending on hours worked), remote
• No PPE is required unless you visit a site (PPE will be provided)
• Interview: Onsite

Company Description

Why work at G-Tech? G-Tech is a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at G-Tech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay.

G-Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , or status as a protected veteran.

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