Piping Design Lead

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Location:

Orange (TX, USA)

Dow is a leading materials science company with a global presence. Dow gives its employees a purpose:
Deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. Dow is an equal opportunity employer. Dow is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

The Piping Design Lead will handle detailed piping design drawings utilizing 3D software such as SP3D, E3D/PDMS, Solid Works and Smart Plant Review. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 10 years of prior piping design experience and will be core member of the in-house engineering team at Dow Sabine in Orange, Texas.

• Applying technical knowledge in the design, application, and procurement of piping systems.
• Field surveying and data gathering of existing piping systems tie‑ins.
• Field routing new pipelines and laying out new equipment in existing plant facilities.
• Provide detailed fabrication drawings and installation details using SP3D, Micro Station and/or PDMS.
• Drawing layout and generation using established pipe specifications, P&’s, and detail design standards.
• Preparing final piping detail design drawing package including job instructions for IFA issue for approval, IFC issue for construction and MST material specification transmittal.
• Providing project leadership, coordination with other disciplines, and construction support when required.
• Responsible for meeting project schedules and design team objectives.

• High School Diploma or GED/equivalent.
• 8+ years of piping design experience.
• Strong MS Office skills.
• Working knowledge of industry codes and standards (ISA, R110J).
• Legally authorized to work in United States. No visa sponsorship.

• Associate degree or higher.
• 10+ years of piping design experience.
• Experience with SP3D, PDMS/E3D, SPR Smart Plant Review and/or Solid Works.
• Familiarity with laser scan technology within 3D model development.

• Work at heights, climbs stairs and ladders.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment such as earplugs, goggles and steel‑toed shoes.
• Work in an area of intense or continuous noise.
• Work in an area with hazardous materials.
• Perform frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Elevated work greater than or equal to four feet above the ground.
• Must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment (PPE) including harnesses with a total weight capacity of 300 lbs.

This position does not offer relocation assistance.

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of your life.

• Equitable and market‑competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well‑being.
• Competitive retirement program that may include company‑provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long‑term financial goals.
• Student debt retirement savings match program (U.S. only).
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, community involvement and team building.
• Workplace empowering role‑based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• Paid time off for new parents.
• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
• Paid time off to support volunteering and employee resource group participation.
• Well‑being portal for all Dow employees.
• On‑site fitness facilities (availability varies by location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
• Transportation allowance (availability varies by location).
• Meal vouchers (availability varies by location).
• Carbon‑neutral transportation incentives (e.g., bike to work).

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies with a global footprint, committing to sustainable growth and innovation. Dow delivers sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. For more information, visit  ().

Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information. Dow is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.