Process Piping Engineer

The Process Piping Engineer will support the delivery of process piping design projects from various industries. This role involves client interactions, piping and equipment specification and design layout work, quality and coordination reviews, and coordination with other engineering disciplines on projects. The Process Piping Engineer will in most instances work embedded in a multidisciplinary project environment where communication with other discipline engineers is key to project success. The Process Piping Engineer must be able to meet critical deadlines and have the ability to work independently with some guidance and as part of a team.Reporting Structure and Career Growth PotentialDirect Reports – NonePotential career growth to Process/Utilities Engineer, Senior Process Piping Engineer, Project Manager, Department Manager.Major Duties & ResponsibilitiesEnsure development of consistent and high-quality project deliverablesEnsure that our process piping designs conform to the applicable code requirementsListen to our clients’ needs and independently provide value to our clients by evaluating options based upon the client’s needs and desiresCommunicate your design recommendations to our clients, project team, construction contractors and vendors in presentations, meetings, via email and phone as necessaryProvide timely services that meet the needs of the clients and the overall project schedule requirementsWork with Salas O’Brien groups to pursue project opportunitiesComplete all required Salas O’Brien trainingAble to demonstrate a high standard of professionalism, customer serviceDevelop and refine process piping engineering and design methodologies, tools, and standardsStay abreast of relevant industry developments and technology advancementsMaintain appropriate contact with our existing clients so that they think of our firm when services are neededWill be an ambassador of the firm to the publicWill always adhere to our core values and beliefsThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Duties and responsibilities may be added or changed as deemed appropriate by management at any time.Skills & Abilities Software:Autodesk Plant 3D, Autodesk RevitAutodesk Navisworks, Autodesk ReCapPipe-flow Professional, AutoPIPEMicrosoft Word, Excel, BluebeamGeneral SkillsAbility to read and understand drawings and technical specificationsCapable of completing field investigations and measurementsExcellent listening, written and verbal communication skillsGood attention to detail and the ability to recognize discrepanciesStrong problem-solving skillsAbility and willingness to abide by Salas O’Brien’s Code of ConductFunctions effectively as part of a teamUnderstand, comply with and support Salas O’Brien’s safety initiativesDesire to learn and grow, self-motivated for successAble to delegate and be delegated toAbility to multi-taskDependabilityGood time management and organizational skillsEngineering SkillsAbility to develop 2D P&IDs in AutoCADExperience selecting and specifying general equipment, valves, and instrumentationExperience performing hydraulic design calculations and develops hydraulic design simulations.Proficient working with mechanical systems specifications (pipe, valves, insulation, etc.)Working knowledge of Industry Standards such as API, ASME, ASTM, PIPInterprets and ensures conformance to applicable standards and codes, as well as company policies and proceduresDesign SkillsAbility to develop process equipment layouts by incorporating OEM recommendations and clearances and allowance for future piping space.Ability to create 3D piping and equipment models from P&IDs, piping specifications, and reference drawings utilizing theoretical and practical design knowledgeCapable of 2D drawing creation for communication of a design in construction documents.Works closely with lead piping designer and process engineers and other related disciplines to ensure coordinated design systemsAbility to work with point clouds as part of the design process is a requirement for this positionEducation & Experience2-8 years of applicable industry experienceExperience executing multi-discipline designs in an integrated approach, is desired.Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical, Mechanical, Construction Management or equivalent industry work experience.Work Environment/Job ConditionsThis job is performed both in the office and in the field. Field work requires experience and confidence working in and around heavy industrial equipment, systems and conditions is required. Activities and responsibilities require frequent sitting (often working on a computer), frequent driving, flying, walking, standing, light lifting, bending, and reaching. Due to tool and computer usage, there may be repetitive motions of the hands and wrists.EEO StatementSalas O’Brien is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or age.