Sr Piping Designer

Job Description

Senior Piping Designer

Location: Richmond, VA / Colonial Heights, VA area (Hybrid schedule available.)
Pay Range:$45.00 - $55.00 per hour, with flexibility depending on experience (overtime eligible).

You don't need to meet 100% of the job requirements to apply. If you hit around 60-70% and you're confident you can learn the rest, lets talk. If this isn't the right opportunity for you, please still apply, as I work with many engineering firms where your background may be a great fit.

Position Summary
We are seeking a Senior Piping Designer to support design and engineering services for industrial facilities across pharmaceutical, chemical, paper, pet care, and food sectors. This role is ideal for a highly experienced, self-sufficient designer who can take ownership of piping design from initial field data collection through final construction deliverables. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment, work directly with clients, and deliver high-quality, fully coordinated piping designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform field work including site surveys, measurements, and documentation of existing piping systems and equipment

• Interface directly with clients to understand project scope, objectives, and requirements

• Develop and maintain 3D piping models using AVEVA E3D (primary) and AutoCAD 3D as needed

• Produce 2D piping drawings including P&IDs, orthographic drawings, isometrics, and pipe support details

• Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, and client specifications

• Coordinate piping design with multi-discipline teams including process, mechanical, structural, electrical, and civil

• Participate in model reviews, clash detection, and quality checks

• Provide construction support, respond to RFIs, and perform site visits throughout project lifecycle

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality deliverables

Qualifications

• 10+ years of piping design experience in industrial process plants

• Experience supporting pharmaceutical, chemical, food, pet care, or similar industries

• Expert proficiency in AVEVA E3D or similar 3D piping design platforms (CADWorx, Smart Plant 3D
-SP3D, Auto Plant, AutoCAD Plant 3D, PDMS, and others)

• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD 2D and 3D

• Experience performing field measurements and client-facing work independently

• Thorough understanding of piping materials, specifications, supports, and constructability practices

• Proven experience delivering complete piping design packages (3D models and 2D construction drawings)

• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced consulting environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Mechanical Design, Drafting Technology, or related field

• Experience with AVEVA E3D administration or customization

• Familiarity with laser scanning, point cloud integration, or brownfield revamp projects

• Knowledge of industry standards such as ASME B31.3 or B31.1

Additional Details

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Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

• Full-time role with expectation of at least 40 hours per week

• Overtime available based on project needs

• Travel required for short-duration site visits

• Work from Home:
Hybrid available, but candidates must be able to work in the office and attend client sites in the Richmond area as needed If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply or send your resume to  to discuss this opportunity in greater detail, or you can call me at .

Meet Your Recruiter

Sebastien Gwinner