Pipe Designer (Phoenix, AZ) - Austin Industrial at Austin… · Phoenix

PIPE DESIGNER (PHOENIX, AZ) - AUSTIN INDUSTRIAL KEY RESPONSIBILITIES PIPING DESIGN AND LAYOUT DEVELOPMENT • Interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), process flow diagrams (PFDs), equipment layouts, vendor drawings, and engineering specifications to develop detailed piping designs. • Create, modify, and maintain 2D and 3D piping models using software such as PDMS, E3D, AutoCAD Plant 3D, CADWorx, SmartPlant 3D, or similar design platforms. • Design piping systems that meet process, operational, maintenance, safety, and constructability requirements. • Develop piping layouts that optimize equipment accessibility, maintenance clearances, operational efficiency, and material utilization. • Ensure routing complies with project standards, client specifications, applicable codes, and industry best practices. DETAILED DESIGN AND PIPE ROUTING • Generate detailed piping arrangement drawings, plans, sections, and elevations for construction and fabrication. • Create isometric shop drawings complete with dimensions, weld locations, spool breakdowns, pipe specifications, and installation details. • Specify and incorporate appropriate pipe classes, wall thicknesses, fittings, valves, flanges, specialty items, and supports based on design requirements. • Dimension piping runs accurately to facilitate fabrication, installation, and field fit-up. • Verify piping designs for proper stress considerations, drainage, venting, accessibility, and constructability. FABRICATION AND CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT • Develop detailed fabrication drawings and spool packages to support shop fabrication activities. • Prepare welding details, pipe bending requirements, tie-in details, and other fabrication documentation. • Coordinate with fabrication shops and construction personnel to resolve design issues and support efficient production. • Participate in constructability reviews to improve installation sequencing and reduce field rework. • Support field construction activities by responding to Requests for Information (RFIs) and providing design clarifications. MULTIDISCIPLINARY COORDINATION • Collaborate with process engineers to verify line sizing, process conditions, pressure ratings, temperature requirements, and material selections. • Coordinate with mechanical engineers to ensure proper interface between piping systems and process equipment. • Work closely with structural and civil designers to identify and resolve piping clashes, support conflicts, underground utility interferences, and routing challenges. • Coordinate piping support requirements with structural teams to ensure adequate load paths and support installations. • Participate in interdisciplinary model reviews and clash detection sessions to maintain design integrity. MATERIAL MANAGEMENT AND PROCUREMENT SUPPORT • Generate and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), Material Take-Offs (MTOs), and piping commodity reports. • Calculate quantities of piping materials, valves, fittings, flanges, gaskets, supports, and specialty items required for construction. • Support procurement teams by providing detailed material data, specifications, and purchasing information. • Assist in evaluating vendor drawings and incorporating approved equipment data into project models. FIELD VERIFICATION AND SITE SUPPORT • Conduct site walkdowns and field verifications to validate existing conditions and gather design information. • Verify dimensions, elevations, tie-in locations, equipment positioning, and potential installation constraints. • Document field observations and update designs to reflect actual site conditions. • Support construction and commissioning teams during installation, testing, and startup activities as required. QUALITY AND COMPLIANCE • Ensure all piping designs comply with project specifications, client requirements, company standards, and applicable industry codes such as ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, and relevant regulatory requirements. • Perform drawing and model reviews to maintain accuracy, completeness, and quality. • Maintain document control and revision management throughout the project lifecycle. • Support safety reviews, HAZOP studies, constructability reviews, and design audits. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Associate degree, technical diploma, or equivalent experience in Drafting, Design Technology, Engineering Technology, or related field. • 3+ years of piping design experience in industrial construction, process plants, refineries, petrochemical facilities, power generation, mining, or similar heavy industrial environments. • Proficiency with PDMS, E3D, AutoCAD Plant 3D, SmartPlant 3D, CADWorx, or comparable piping design software. • Strong understanding of piping components, fabrication methods, installation practices, and industry standards. • Ability to interpret P&IDs, piping specifications, vendor drawings, and engineering documents. • Experience producing isometric drawings, BOMs, material take-offs, and fabrication packages. • Strong problem-solving, communication, and interdisciplinary coordination skills. • Ability to conduct field walkdowns and work in active industrial environments. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Experience with brownfield and greenfield industrial projects. • Knowledge of pipe stress principles and piping support design. • Familiarity with laser scanning, point cloud modeling, and as-built verification. • Experience supporting refinery, petrochemical, LNG, power generation, or chemical process facilities. • Understanding of ASME piping codes and industry fabrication standards.