Mechanical/Piping Designer

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Mechanical/Piping Designer opportunity in Oak Ridge, TN .

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Mechanical/Piping Designer to support the design and development of specialized industrial process systems and facilities. The successful candidate will work closely with mechanical, process, electrical, controls, and project engineers to develop detailed design packages, 3D models, and construction drawings for process equipment, piping systems, and facility infrastructure.

This position is ideal for a detail-oriented designer with strong CAD experience and a background in industrial, manufacturing, process, energy, or similar engineering environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed 3D models and construction drawings for piping systems, process equipment, structural supports, and mechanical assemblies.
• Prepare piping layouts, isometrics, equipment arrangements, plans, sections, and installation details.
• Generate fabrication drawings, assembly drawings, bills of material, and drawing packages for construction and procurement.
• Coordinate piping and equipment designs with mechanical, process, electrical, instrumentation, and controls disciplines.
• Perform design reviews, clash detection, and model coordination activities.
• Incorporate engineering calculations, specifications, vendor information, and design standards into drawing packages.
• Support field walkdowns, construction activities, drawing revisions, and as-built documentation.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, quality requirements, and company drafting practices.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree, technical degree, or equivalent experience in Mechanical Design, Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of mechanical and/or piping design experience in industrial, manufacturing, process, chemical, energy, or related facilities.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Plant 3D, SolidWorks, Inventor, Revit, or similar CAD platforms.
• Experience producing piping and mechanical design drawings for construction and fabrication.
• Knowledge of piping components, valves, pumps, heat exchangers, instrumentation interfaces, and mechanical equipment layouts.
• Familiarity with P&IDs, piping specifications, and industrial drafting standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering calculations, equipment data sheets, and technical specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple design assignments.

Other Job Requirements:

• United States Citizenship
• DOE Q Security Clearance

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website:

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support their growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater's experience and guidance ensure that its customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Originally founded to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory, Edgewater now supports customers across the U.S. and Canada. Edgewater has five offices, with corporate headquarters in Los Alamos, NM and regional offices in Carlsbad, NM; Oak Ridge, TN; Aiken, SC; and Richland, WA.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

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