Process Piping Designer

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Process Piping Designer. Be involved in projects with our Power Generation team in multiple offices including Hailey , Boise, , Mount Laurel NJ, Oradell, NJ, Overland Park, KS, Atlanta, GA, Calgary, AB, and Edmonton, AB. Join us to be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients' objectives and solves their challenges.

• Develop piping system layouts and routing plans using 2D/3D CAD software and coordinate integration with plant and facility design.
• Review and interpret P&IDs, equipment layouts, and utility drawings to generate line routing, supports, and general arrangement plans.
• Perform engineering calculations related to pipe sizing, pressure drops, thermal expansion, and support loads.
• Support stress analysis efforts and assist with interpretation of stress modeling results to inform routing and support requirements.
• Select piping components and materials based on fluid service, pressure class, temperature, and corrosion considerations.
• Prepare technical deliverables such as line lists, MTOs, valve data sheets, and piping specifications.
• Lead the preparation of isometric drawings, bill of materials, and fabrication packages in collaboration with designers and drafters.
• Coordinate with mechanical, civil, structural, electrical, and process disciplines to ensure design compatibility and resolve interface issues.
• Conduct field verifications and site walkdowns to validate design assumptions and capture as-built conditions.
• Participate in design reviews, model reviews, and constructability assessments with internal teams and clients.
• Review vendor documentation for pipe fittings, supports, specialty items, and equipment connections for design alignment.
• Track progress and contribute to schedule compliance for assigned tasks within project timelines.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, or a closely related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 3 to 5 years of relevant post‑education experience in piping engineering or industrial facility design.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Strong understanding of piping design principles, component selection, and layout requirements.
• Experience using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Plant 3D, or Smart Plant) for piping and general arrangement development.
• Familiarity with applicable piping codes and standards (e.g., ASME B31.1, B31.3, API, ANSI, ASTM).
• Ability to evaluate material compatibility and corrosion resistance based on service conditions.
• Experience interpreting and developing P&IDs, line lists, and piping specifications.
• Working knowledge of thermal expansion, pipe stress, and flexibility considerations in layout design.
• Experience working on multidisciplinary teams and contributing to integrated plant or facility designs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for design documentation, calculations, and material takeoffs.
• Strong communication skills for coordination with clients, vendors, and project stakeholders.
• Understanding of constructability principles and ability to contribute to field and construction‑phase engineering support.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary (all locations): $75,600 - $129,800. WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay…