Mechanical Designer Piping (Senior Level) 4P 635

Mechanical Designer

• Piping (Senior Level) 4P 635 4P Consulting Inc.

Birmingham, AL Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Project team coordination Vendor relationship building Document review (document control) 3D CAD modeling Power plant experience 11+ years Piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) Design of mechanical systems Senior level Cross-functional collaboration Working on construction projects Leadership Communication skills Technical Proficiency Time management Full Job Description Mechanical Designer

• Piping (Senior Level)

Location:

Birmingham, AL.

Experience Level:

20+

Years Industry:

Power Generation / Heavy Industrial Contract

• 1 Year Client
• Southern Company Services. Position Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Designer
• Piping (SR 3) with 20+ years of experience in heavy industrial or power generation environments.

This role is responsible for delivering advanced piping and equipment designs for retrofit, environmental, and new generation projects. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in 3D modeling, piping system layout, construction support, and multidisciplinary coordination. This is a senior technical leadership role requiring strong design judgment, field experience, and the ability to lead multi-discipline project efforts. Key Responsibilities 3D Piping & Equipment Design Develop detailed 3D piping and equipment models for retrofit and new generation projects. Produce 2D orthographic and isometric drawings , P&IDs, and pipe support designs. Create and review general arrangements (GA drawings) . Apply applicable industry codes and standards to design work. Technical Leadership & Coordination Lead multi-discipline technical teams on projects. Collaborate with engineers and designers across mechanical, structural, electrical, and civil disciplines. Review and check design drawings and documents for quality and compliance. Work with minimal supervision while maintaining high technical standards. Field & Construction Support Gather field data to support development of engineering deliverables. Support construction activities and provide design clarifications. Ensure piping designs align with real-world installation requirements. Engineering & Material Expertise Prepare detailed material take-offs. Perform sizing and selection of piping components. Apply knowledge of pipe materials, valve selection, and construction techniques. Demonstrate understanding of piping construction practices and heavy industrial systems. Required Qualifications 20+ years of related piping design experience. Strong experience in power generation or heavy industrial facilities (new construction and/or retrofit). Proficiency in 3D piping system layout and modeling tools. Experience with AutoPLANT and/or AVEVA preferred.

Experience producing:

2D orthographic drawings Isometric drawings P&IDs Pipe supports 3D piping and equipment models Experience checking and reviewing design documentation. Experience preparing material take-offs. Strong technical background in piping construction techniques and practices. Core Competencies Ability to manage multiple large-scale projects concurrently. Strong organizational and time management skills. Self-motivated and able to work independently. Strong collaboration and communication skills. Ability to build effective working relationships with: Plant personnel Engineering teams Vendors and contractors