Piping, Structural & Vessel Designers - Jr. Level

Job Category:  Drafting

Requisition Number:  JRPIP
002874
Posted:  March 23, 2026

Employment Type:

Full‑Time
Locations  440 Airdrie, AB , CAN
Description  Junior Piping Designers use well established procedures to provide basic design, drafting, and technical support. The position is responsible for preparation of drawings, with the assistance of senior personnel as to methods, standards, and source data. Junior Piping Designers possess a working level of competence in computer design and drafting.
Duties and Responsibilities   Carrying out original layout and design of process equipment modules for oil and gas processing facilities
Creating and modeling piping designs
Creating detailed design of structural steel skids and pipe supports
Revising existing designs based on vendor drawings and changes from stress analysis updates
Creating layout drawings and detailing of piping
Producing 3D models
Producing piping isometrics
Producing structural drawings
Producing fabrication drawings
Organizing design data and vendor information
Calculating piping components and pre‑ordering materials
Obtaining and managing design specifics from Engineering and other disciplines
Collaborating with Piping Checkers, Mechanical Engineering, and Fabrication Shop
Prerequisites   Education
Diploma in Engineering Design Drafting Technology (EDDT) or an equivalent combination of training and experience in piping design
Experience
Entry level position – no previous work experience is required
Proficiency in AutoCAD 2010 and higher
Other
Fabrication shop designing experience is an asset
Understanding of design and drafting practices for piping components
Knowledge of Cadworx or Navisworks is an asset
As a condition of employment, employees are required upon hire to sign a Drug‑Free Workplace Agreement, a Conflict‑of‑Interest Agreement, and Confidentiality and Invention Agreement
Required

Skills and Abilities

Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Strong command of the English language
Excellent organizational, time management, and planning skills
Ability to meet objectives while working in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities and strict deadlines
Adaptable to changing demands
Ability to take independent action to accomplish objectives
Excellent reading, research, and analytical skills
Ability to interpret and utilize complex information
Detail‑oriented
Ability to monitor the quality of own work
Advanced mathematics and science skills
Problem solving
Ability to resolve technical problems
Ability to create systems for checking accuracy
Ability to understand verbal and written instructions
Relationships   Internal
Must work in a team environment
Attends meetings and liaises with Piping Checkers, multidisciplinary Designers and Drafters, Engineering, and Fabrication
Confers with shop and departmental personnel while gathering information
May be required to prepare internal reports
Authority Level   Technical decisions are routine in nature and will follow precedents and procedures
Manager is readily available for assistance and guidance
Work is reviewed for accuracy and conformance with prescribed procedures
Work Environment   Specific Work Conditions
Performs work in an office setting and requires the need to deal with a diversity of people when responding to interdepartmental inquiries
Copes with frequent interruption and changing priorities
Attends meetings at other buildings

Physical Requirements
Requires ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods using a computer, reading manuals, etc.
Occasional ability to lift, carry, and put away file boxes weighing up to 25 lbs
Manual dexterity for data input, paperwork and use of standard office equipment
Wears company‑standard PPE when entering fabrication shops or visiting project sites. Project site PPE includes CSA approved steel‑toed boots and long pants
Involves walking on uneven ground in yards and at project sites
Performance Measures   Time Management
Undertakes effective daily planning to assure tasks are completed on time
Maintains a professional attitude under time constraints and changing priorities
Accuracy
Approaches work…