Entry Level Piping Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Kelly is looking for an entry level Piping Designer to join an engineering team within a leading petrochemical company in the Houston, Texas area! This role is critical in delivering safe, efficient, and cost-effective piping designs for industrial facilities in the petrochemical sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and revise piping designs using 2D and 3D CAD tools (e.g., MicroStation, SmartPlant 3D).
• Prepare piping layouts, isometric drawings, bills of materials, and support details.
• Interpret P&IDs, piping specifications, and engineering drawings accurately.
• Coordinate with engineers and designers to maintain design consistency and compliance.
• Ensure designs meet all applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Participate in model reviews, providing input to improve constructability and maintainability.
• Provide solutions to complex design challenges and review work produced by other designers.
• Act as a resource for projects and construction teams, assisting with field issue resolution. Coach and mentor less experienced designers as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree or technical diploma in drafting/design OR High School diploma with 2-5 years of piping design experience.
• Proficiency in CAD software SmartPlant 3D/SP3D and Microsoft office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) required.
• Understanding of piping systems, materials, and fabrication methods.
• Familiarity with ASME, ANSI, API, and other relevant codes and standards.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with laser scanning and point cloud integration.
• Knowledge of pipe stress analysis and support design.
• Understanding of project lifecycle and construction practices.

Additional Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective interaction with team members and clients.
• Commitment to safe work practices and adherence to company policies.
• Flexibility to work overtime, travel, and adapt to varying site conditions as needed.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

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