Piping Designer Level I

Purpose

You will provide piping design services to Worley and its customers, including technical support and coordination within the piping design team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver piping design services that meet Worley, its customers', and applicable statutory and regulatory specifications, on time and within budget.
• Prepare and develop piping design deliverables in accordance with project requirements and company standards.
• Perform piping design activities such as:
  • Developing 3D models, piping layouts, equipment arrangements, and piping isometrics.
  • Participating in relevant meetings, preparing progress updates, and following required checking procedures.
  • Ensuring the project scope is clearly understood and that design changes comply with project change management processes.
  • Supporting procurement, construction, and commissioning activities through preparation of design deliverables and resolution of field design issues.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, and other disciplines to ensure effective integration of piping design requirements.
• If required, act as the Lead Piping Designer on specific projects.
• If responsible for a team:
  • Outline project requirements, assign tasks, and supervise design progress.
  • Ensure deliverables meet Worley, customer, and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, on time and within budget.
• Proactively resolve discrepancies between Worley and customer requirements.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry standards, design practices, and technological developments related to piping design.
• Assist and support junior designers as required.
• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders, including customers, engineering disciplines, procurement teams, construction personnel, and vendors.
• Identify issues and problems, develop practical solutions, and seek assistance when required.

What You Will Bring

Technical/Industry Experience and Qualifications Requirements

• Strong technical and practical piping design skills with the ability to consistently deliver quality, accurate, and timely work.
• Sound knowledge of the fundamentals of piping design and drafting practices.
• Understanding of the basic requirements of related engineering disciplines.
• Knowledge of applicable industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficient in piping design software, including:
  • AutoCAD Plant 3D
  • CADWorx
  • SmartPlant 3D (SP3D)
  • E3D/PDMS
  • Other industry-standard piping design applications
• Competent use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Practical experience in piping design within the refining, petrochemical, oil and gas, or related industries.
• Experience working on multi-disciplinary projects and teams.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in piping design.
• At least 1 to 3 years of experience supporting petrochemical and refining projects through design, execution, and construction phases.
• On-site and/or refinery experience preferred.
• Refinery experience preferred.
• Oil and Gas experience preferred.

Additional Information

• This role is based in the Long Beach, California Worley office and is not eligible for remote work.
• May be required to travel to vendor facilities and project sites.
• Salary Hourly Range: $31.07 - $45.69
• Benefits: Eligible for PTO, 401(k), medical, vision, dental, and other company-sponsored benefits.

Education – Qualifications, Accreditation, Training

Required

• Associate degree, technical diploma, certificate in Drafting/Design Technology, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred

• Additional certifications or training in piping design, CAD software, 3D modeling, or related technical disciplines.
• Relevant coursework in engineering technology, design, project management, or supervisory development.
• Bachelors Degree
• 1 to 3 years of piping design experience in refinery, petrochemical, or oil & gas facilities.
• Experience producing piping layouts, isometrics, plot plans, equipment arrangements, support details, and construction work packages.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Plant 3D, CADWorx, SmartPlant 3D (SP3D), or E3D/PDMS.
• Familiarity with field verification, as-built documentation, and coordination with construction teams.
• Strong understanding of industry standards, design practices, and multi-discipline project execution.

Los Angeles, California

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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