Senior Piping Designer
Location: Richmond, VA / Colonial Heights, VA area (Hybrid schedule available.)
Pay Range:$45.00 – $55.00 per hour, with flexibility depending on experience (overtime eligible).
You don’t need to meet 100% of the job requirements to apply. If you hit around 60–70% and you’re confident you can learn the rest, lets talk. If this isn’t the right opportunity for you, please still apply, as I work with many engineering firms where your background may be a great fit.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Senior Piping Designer to support design and engineering services for industrial facilities across pharmaceutical, chemical, paper, pet care, and food sectors. This role is ideal for a highly experienced, self-sufficient designer who can take ownership of piping design from initial field data collection through final construction deliverables. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment, work directly with clients, and deliver high-quality, fully coordinated piping designs.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform field work including site surveys, measurements, and documentation of existing piping systems and equipment
• Interface directly with clients to understand project scope, objectives, and requirements
• Develop and maintain 3D piping models using AVEVA E3D (primary) and AutoCAD 3D as needed
• Produce 2D piping drawings including P&IDs, orthographic drawings, isometrics, and pipe support details
• Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, and client specifications
• Coordinate piping design with multi-discipline teams including process, mechanical, structural, electrical, and civil
• Participate in model reviews, clash detection, and quality checks
• Provide construction support, respond to RFIs, and perform site visits throughout project lifecycle
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality deliverables
Qualifications
• 10+ years of piping design experience in industrial process plants
• Experience supporting pharmaceutical, chemical, food, pet care, or similar industries
• Expert proficiency in AVEVA E3D or similar 3D piping design platforms (CADWorx, SmartPlant 3D -SP3D, AutoPlant, AutoCAD Plant 3D, PDMS, and others)
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD 2D and 3D
• Experience performing field measurements and client-facing work independently
• Thorough understanding of piping materials, specifications, supports, and constructability practices
• Proven experience delivering complete piping design packages (3D models and 2D construction drawings)
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced consulting environment
Preferred Qualifications
• Associate’s degree or higher in Mechanical Design, Drafting Technology, or related field
• Experience with AVEVA E3D administration or customization
• Familiarity with laser scanning, point cloud integration, or brownfield revamp projects
• Knowledge of industry standards such as ASME B31.3 or B31.1
Additional Details
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
• Full-time role with expectation of at least 40 hours per week
• Overtime available based on project needs
• Travel required for short-duration site visits
• Work from Home: Hybrid available, but candidates must be able to work in the office and attend client sites in the Richmond area as needed
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If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply or send your resume to sgwinner@selectek.net to discuss this opportunity in greater detail, or you can call me at 678-802-6621.
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