Seasoned professional with 10+ years of technical experience in piping design and plant layout. Supervise, design, lead, organize, plan and manage an assigned area or project. Responsible and accountable for the performance of assigned designers/drafters and for meeting safety, quality, schedule, budget criteria for engineering construction documents at the project level. Thoroughly comprehend the project scope of work and provide a piping design that conforms to code requirements and includes all necessary specifications, drawings and supporting documents. Frequent travel and out of town assignment may be required.Responsibilities Extensive knowledge within the Piping and Plant layout discipline with the capability and initiative to perform the following tasks while supervising/mentoring a staffProvide accurate detailed piping design per project requirements in accordance with scope, budget, and schedule assigned by department managerProvide on-site field assistance as required per project assignmentPlan, facilitate, or conduct 3D model design reviewsPerform difficult and complex design calculationsProvide 2D or 3D design documents as required per project “list of deliverables”Check design documents for quality and accuracyProvide information for inter-discipline coordinationDocument and eliminate the causes of internal reworkParticipate in project coordination / client meetingsProvide progress reports as requested by project manager and department managerOwnership of project including quality, budget and scheduleDevelop piping construction scope of work documentDevelop and maintain project drawing listSchedules work for personnel assign to projectAssist department manager with estimating project manpower requirementsSupervise and perform as discipline lead for multiple simultaneous discipline projects which may include managing up to five engineers / designersMake recommendations to improve department work flow processDevelop and /or improve department standards, including templates and design guidesProvide supervision and day-to-day oversight of assigned subordinatesProvide man-hour engineering estimatesMentor understudies within piping departmentGenerate “Engineering Change Notice “before the start of all out of scope workAll other duties as assignedTechnical Competencies Ability to communicate complicated issues in a simple mannerAbility to multi-task and handle multiple priorities simultaneouslyStrong verbal and written communication skillsExtensive knowledge of 2D and 3D AutoCAD softwareExtensive piping design knowledge of equipment, instrumentation, structures, pipe supports, nozzle and platform orientationsAbility to provide plant layout, feasibility studies and support T.I.C. estimatesAbility to use CAD software to perform design tasksStrong Microsoft Office experienceStrong Knowledge of multi-discipline project design execution and construction sequenceStrong understanding of stress analysis and its applicationQualifications Associates Degree or Bachelor of Science in engineering technology or equivalent experience10+ years of experience with BSET degreeor 12-20 years without degreeProcess piping design lead and checking experienceMust possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skillsMust be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the futureValdes Architecture & Engineering Company is looking for bright and talented people that want to take their career to the next level. We offer many rewarding career paths to challenge and engage our employees at all phases of their careers. Our office provides a team environment, and excellent working conditions, which allow individuals to maximize their potential. Valdes Engineering offers an outstanding benefits package including Medical, Dental, 401K plan, Company paid Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance, Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Pet Insurance, a discounted gym membership and tuition reimbursement.EEO/AAE#J-18808-Ljbffr