Industrial Piping Designer

Title: Industrial Piping Designer Location: Cincinnati, OH Division: Enerfab Power & Industrial Direct Report: BIM Piping System Designer Company Summary Enerfab has over 120 years of experience, offering fabrication and construction capabilities to a wide variety of customers for the chemical, food & beverage, oil & gas, heavy industrial and power industries. Founded in 1901, our company began making sealants and lacquers — including a patented formula for brewer’s pitch — for beer tanks and vessels. Over the last century, our expanded capabilities, project experience, safety record, and commitment to quality have made Enerfab one of the industry leaders in shop fabrication, field erection and construction and maintenance services. The Piping Designer supports senior designers, engineers, and project teams in the development of piping models and fabrication drawings for industrial and mechanical piping systems. This role focuses on spool drawing generation, 3D modeling assistance, and drawing production utilizing SpoolFab, Revit, AutoCAD Plant 3D, and related software platforms. The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of piping systems, including pipes, fittings, valves, ASTM material specifications, and fabrication processes. Working under the guidance of experienced designers and engineers, the Piping Designer, I will assist in interpreting P&IDs, isometric drawings, and 3D models to produce accurate, fabrication-ready spool drawings and supporting documentation. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career designer with 1–2 years of experience who is seeking to develop advanced piping design and detailing skills in a fast-paced industrial environment. This role will be located primarily in Cincinnati, OH with some travel to project sites. Key Responsibilities Assist in developing spool drawings utilizing SpoolFab or similar spool generation software. Generate fabrication drawings from isometrics, CAD models, Navisworks files, and PCF files, including Bills of Material (BOMs) and annotations. Interpret P&IDs, isometric drawings, and design sketches under the supervision of senior designers and engineers. Maintain drawing quality, accuracy, and consistency in accordance with project standards and client requirements. Perform self-checks and quality reviews of drawings prior to submission for internal review. Assist senior designers with piping layout development and routing solutions. Coordinate with project team members to resolve basic design, modeling, and detailing issues. Revise and update drawings based on design review comments, redlines, and client feedback. Support fabrication and field construction teams by providing drawing clarifications and technical assistance when required. Participate in project design reviews and incorporate feedback into final deliverables. Maintain project documentation and drawing records in accordance with company procedures. Qualifications Minimum High School Diploma required; Associate degree in Drafting, Design, or Engineering Technology preferred A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in the field of industrial piping design/drafting. Basic understanding of piping systems, fittings, valves, and equipment. Familiarity with spool drawings and fabrication processes Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, particularly MS Word, Excel, and CAD software. Experience with SpoolFab or similar spool generation software. Basic knowledge of P&IDs and piping layouts Ability to work independently or in a team environment. Travel is expected and may be mandatory with this position (duration determined as required for project design support and installation execution). Must communicate clearly and effectively, in both written and oral work. Valid driver’s license and good driving record. Preferred Qualifications Bachelors degree in Engineering, Design, or Construction Technology Knowledge of spool drawings, P&IDs, layout drawings and fabrication processes. Prior experience with B31.1 / B31.3 scopes of piping Prior experience in Energy, Chemicals, Data Centers, Battery Plants, Oil & Gas, or Water — Piping design is highly preferred. Navisworks experience Proficient in SpoolFab, Revit or AutoCAD Plant 3D Work Environment and Expectations Job duties are performed mainly within an established office environment under normal lighting and climate‑controlled tolerances. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Requires a consistent physical presence at the office to oversee shared services functions and employees, normally achieved by working standard business hours. Certain positions will require flexibility of working hours to meet the demands of the job and the direction of the manager. #J-18808-Ljbffr Enerfab