Senior Piping Designer

  • PeopleSolutions
  • Richmond, VA, USA
  • May 26, 2026
Design

Job Description

Senior Pipe Designer

Industrial Engineering Consulting | Full-Time | Travel Required

Join a Growing Engineering Team Designing Industrial Facilities Across Multiple Industries

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Pipe Designer to join our fast-paced engineering consulting team. In this role, you will lead piping design efforts for industrial plant projects across the pharmaceutical, chemical, food & beverage, paper, and pet care industries.

This is an excellent opportunity for a self-sufficient designer who enjoys a mix of field work, 3D modeling, client interaction, and multi-discipline coordination. You will play a key role in transforming field data and client requirements into fully integrated, construction-ready piping design packages.

If you thrive in a consulting environment, enjoy solving complex layout challenges, and can confidently work independently while collaborating with engineering teams — we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

  • Perform field surveys, site measurements, and as-built verification of existing piping systems and equipment
  • Interface directly with clients to understand project scope, requirements, and design objectives
  • Develop and maintain detailed 3D piping models using AVEVA E3D and AutoCAD 3D
  • Produce accurate 2D deliverables including:
    • P&IDs
    • Orthographic drawings
    • Isometrics
    • Pipe support details
    • Construction drawings
  • Coordinate piping layouts with process, mechanical, structural, electrical, instrumentation, and civil disciplines
  • Participate in model reviews, clash detection, and design quality checks
  • Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and client specifications
  • Support construction activities by responding to RFIs and conducting site visits when needed
  • Manage multiple projects while maintaining schedule, quality, and budget expectations

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • 10+ years of industrial piping design experience
  • Strong background in pharmaceutical, chemical, food processing, paper, pet care, or similar process industries
  • Expert proficiency with AVEVA E3D
  • Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD 2D and AutoCAD 3D
  • Experience performing field measurements and equipment documentation independently
  • Thorough understanding of:
    • Piping materials and specifications
    • Pipe supports
    • Stress and flexibility considerations
    • Constructability best practices
  • Proven experience producing complete construction-ready piping design packages
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work directly with clients and internal engineering teams
  • Ability to manage priorities independently in a deadline-driven environment
  • Willingness to travel for short-duration field assignments

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate degree or higher in Mechanical Design, Drafting Technology, or related field
  • Experience with Brownfield projects and plant revamps
  • Familiarity with laser scanning and point cloud integration
  • Knowledge of industry standards such as:
    • ASME B31.3
    • ASME B31.1
    • Hygienic piping standards
  • Experience with AVEVA E3D administration or customization is a plus

Why Join Us?

  • Work on challenging industrial projects across diverse industries
  • Collaborative and technically strong engineering environment
  • Opportunity for ownership and direct client engagement
  • Competitive compensation and career growth opportunities
  • Dynamic project work with exposure to advanced industrial facilities

Apply today to become part of a team that delivers high-quality engineering solutions from concept through construction.

EOE.