Mechanical Piping Designer - Oil & Gas

Mechanical Piping Designer – KLJ's Oil & Gas division supports engineers, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams to design safe, reliable, and efficient piping systems from concept through construction. You'll contribute to everything from field data collection to detailed 3D modeling and drawing development, helping deliver projects that power communities and keep critical energy infrastructure running smoothly.

As a designer who thrives on solving complex challenges, enjoys collaborating across teams, and wants to grow technical skills in a fast-moving, high-impact industry, this is your opportunity to shine.

• Compile and analyze field data, surveys, sketches, diagrams, GIS, subsurface utilities, and technical inputs to support design development and planning.
• Develop engineering drawings, models, and layouts of piping systems based on existing conditions, design criteria, schematics, and engineering guidance.
• Produce accurate construction drawing packages, including plans, sections, elevations, isometric layouts, model-based reports, schedules, and redline revisions.
• Assist in developing and maintaining design and modeling standards that support quality, innovation, safety, and constructability.
• Partner with engineers and project managers to deliver reliable, high-quality designs that meet scope, budget, schedule, and client expectations.
• Apply engineering and design principles to evaluate proposals, technical requirements, and design solutions.
• Support technical staff with constructability reviews, risk identification, field assessments, remediation planning, and design improvements.
• Maintain organized, accurate site record drawings and documentation for assigned projects.
• Complete required training and continuously build professional capability in design tools, modeling platforms, and Oil & Gas industry practices.
• Uphold KLJ's Code of Conduct, demonstrating ethical decision-making, responsible use of resources, and a commitment to safety and quality.
• Perform additional tasks as needed to support project or business priorities.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
• 1‑3 years of relevant experience in mechanical, piping, civil, or structural design.
• Working knowledge of engineering principles, design/build workflows, permitting requirements, construction standards, and project delivery processes.
• Familiarity with infrastructure design and construction, including rehabilitation and new system development.
• Analytical problem‑solver with sound judgment and strong attention to detail.
• Clear, professional communicator‑able to collaborate across disciplines and explain concepts to engineering and non‑engineering audiences.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively to a team environment.
• Proficiency in technical writing, design software, office applications, and modeling tools.
• Experience with discipline‑specific design platforms (e.g., AutoCAD, CADWorx, Plant 3D, or similar).
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule aligned with project demands; occasional travel may be required.

• Establishing Personal Capability: Practicing
• Impacting Organizational Capability: Developing
• Developing Professional Capability: Developing

• Sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and crawling.
• Handling tools and materials; reaching with hands and arms.
• Clear verbal communication and hearing.
• Ability to walk up to two miles on uneven terrain.
• Frequently lifting up to 10 lbs; occasionally up to 25 lbs; infrequently up to 50 lbs.
• Vision requirements include close focus, depth perception, color differentiation, and adjustable focus.

• Full-time: 40 hours per week
• 90% office / 10% field depending on project needs

At KLJ, we have a vested interest in the personal, financial, and professional goals of our employees. The salary for this position is expected to range between $65,000 – $95,000. Factors that may be used to determine actual salary include education (or applicable experience), training, job location, competencies…