Piping Designer

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Mechanical Designer Job Description Responsible for performing design duties on assigned projects involving process, service and utility piping, supports, HVAC, equipment layout, and other mechanically related tasks. Assist project manager in developing bids, proposals, estimates, scopes of work, schedules, material lists, design concepts, design drawings, correspondence, scope change submittals, and other project documentation per customer and corporate standards. Conduct field work and technical research. Responsibilities Maintain project files and documentation. Certify accuracy and completeness of all deliverable products and services in assigned areas of responsibility. Maintain scope, schedule, and budget in assigned areas of responsibility. Provide guidance and assistance to subordinate staff members on day-to-day matters. Essential Skills Proficiency in piping design, HVAC design, and Plant 3D. Experience with AutoCAD and 3D design. Minimum of 3 years of experience in piping/HVAC design. Experience in a heavy industrial field. Additional Skills & Qualifications Working knowledge/exposure of Plant 3D. Experience as a pipefitter in the field. Work Environment 80% of the time will be spent in the office, with 20% dedicated to performing field visits. The office hosts 100 employees and is expected to grow to 115. Most work is split between various heavy industrial clients in Virginia, offering a stable work environment. The dress code is business casual, with a standard work schedule from Monday through Friday. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Midlothian, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $51.00 - $51.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Midlothian,VA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.