Design Supervisor Piping

Job DescriptionPiping Design Team Leader / Senior Piping DesignerAbout Zachry Engineering CorporationThe Charlotte office of Zachry offers a unique opportunity to join a high-growth team at the center of critical infrastructure work across the region. Our team supports a large and expanding portfolio driven by strong, long-standing partnerships with major utility providers. This provides consistent exposure to high-impact, technically challenging projects with real visibility.Team members benefit from both stability and variety—working on meaningful projects while continuing to develop new skills and advance their careers. The environment is fast-paced and collaborative, empowering individuals to take ownership, contribute ideas, and make a tangible difference from day one.If you’re looking for a role where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your impact is visible, the Charlotte Zachry team is the place to be.Position SummaryZachry Engineering Corporation is seeking a Piping Design Team Leader / Senior Piping Designer to join the Charlotte Design Center. This role serves as a technical and team leader responsible for piping layout execution, coordination, and quality oversight on large-scale power, energy, and industrial projects. The position supports project delivery by producing constructible, code-compliant piping designs while mentoring designers and coordinating multidisciplinary efforts.ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities Lead and execute piping layout and 3D modeling activities, ensuring constructability, safety, maintainability, and compliance with applicable codes and standards. Serve as the piping design team leader, directing and coordinating the work of designers and drafters. Develop, review, and approve piping plans, arrangements, sections, isometrics, and construction deliverables. Manage assigned piping scope or areas on large, complex projects under the direction of the Group Supervisor or Discipline Manager. Coordinate with process, mechanical, structural, electrical, and construction teams to resolve layout and interface issues. Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and training to piping design staff. Review vendor and shop drawings for compliance with project requirements and layout intent. Support planning activities including schedules, manpower estimates, progress tracking, and quality control. QualificationsRequired Qualifications High School Diploma or Associate Degree with relevant drafting or design coursework. 12+ years of piping design and layout experience, preferably supporting power generation or large industrial facilities. Experience with large EPC project execution. Demonstrated experience leading or coordinating piping design teams. Strong knowledge of piping codes, standards, and industry best practices. Advanced CAD experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or Revit. Experience with Plant 3D and/or AVEVA E3D preferred. Proficiency with Navisworks, and Microsoft Office. Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Preferred Qualifications Certificate in Design/Drafting. Direct experience with power plant piping systems, including turbine buildings, HRSGs, balance-of-plant, or utility systems.