Sr. Piping Designer

Back Sr. Piping Designer Engineering Design / Drafting Exeter , New Hampshire Permanent Apr 21, 2026 Job Summary A specialized energy engineering and construction firm is hiring a Senior Piping Designer to support industrial power generation and process plant projects. This role involves performing piping design and drafting tasks, collaborating with multi-discipline engineering teams, and developing comprehensive design documents for combined heat and power plants, district energy systems, municipal-scale power generation facilities, and renewable energy projects. The position requires strong technical expertise in industrial process piping design, drawing development, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful project execution and construction support. Responsibilities Utilize AutoCAD 2D and 3D, AutoCAD Plant 3D, Revit, Navisworks, and other CAD software to create engineering design drawings for energy-related projects Develop Process & Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs) Produce piping plans, sections, and isometrics Create installation details for pumps, instrumentation, control valves, and related equipment Develop pipe support details Review vendor equipment submittals and incorporate information into project drawings Coordinate with system engineers to incorporate hydraulic, pipe stress, thermal expansion, and other design considerations Collaborate with internal multi-discipline designers to support successful project delivery Coordinate with external consultants and vendors on design topics Conceptualize and assemble complete sets of design documents for construction Support construction activities, including reviewing field conditions and assisting contractors with implementation and troubleshooting Visit project sites as needed to obtain dimensional information and translate findings into design documentation

Qualifications Required:

Associate degree in a related field 7+ years of process piping and/or power piping design experience Proficiency in AutoCAD Plant 3D and Navisworks Experience developing plan, elevation, section, and detail drawings for equipment and piping Strong written and verbal technical communication skills Strong attention to detail Knowledge of process equipment such as pumps, heat exchangers, and control valves Knowledge of pipe routing, pipe support design, and piping system fabrication, construction, and installation Understanding of basic construction processes related to equipment and piping installation Authorization to work for any employer in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future Willingness to travel 0-3 weeks per year

Preferred:

Revit experience Experience in the energy industry and/or process systems Experience with overall plant and equipment layout Experience with process plant layout Experience with 3D equipment location plans and general arrangement drawings Apply Now Share This Post