Senior Mechanical, Piping Designer

AtkinsRéalis

. Prepare, design, modify, coordinate, and/or review designs for process piping and process equipment for power generation facilities .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $55 - $75 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and modifying process piping and equipment for power generation and industrial manufacturing facilities, utilizing advanced design software and adhering to industry standards. Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary requirements and mentor team members while managing complex projects under tight deadlines.

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Process Piping DesignPower Plant DesignAutoCADASME B31.1 Power Piping3D Modeling

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Hard Skills

Process Equipment DesignPFDs and P&IDs PreparationIsometric DrawingsPipe Support DesignPoint-Cloud ConversionsBIMRevitSP3D SmartPlant3D AnimationMS Project

Soft Skills

Time ManagementMultitaskingTeam CollaborationClient InterfaceMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Plant 3DNavisworksMS Office

Industry Keywords

Power Generation FacilitiesIndustrial ManufacturingHigh-Pressure Steam PipingNuclear FacilitiesPharmaceutical IndustryBiotech IndustryUSPWFIClean SteamIndustrial Retrofit Projects

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare, design, modify, coordinate, and/or review designs for process piping and process equipment for power generation facilities
Prepare designs for process piping and process equipment for industrial manufacturing facilities
Prepare PFDs and P&IDs under the supervision of a process engineer
Lay out complex piping systems and process equipment in a 3D environment, including preparation of isometric drawings with BOM
Work with in-house resources or third-party firms providing 3D scanning services and assist with point-cloud conversions for 3D model development
Select piping components
Coordinate architectural requirements of process systems with the architect
Coordinate electrical requirements of process equipment with the electrical engineer
Review construction progress in the field
Participate in system commissioning
Design, detail, assemble, and lay out piping systems, equipment, and pipe-support structural systems using 2D/3D design software
Anticipate consequences of new designs during active client iterations
Work autonomously and as part of a team
Interface with clients, contractors, and coworkers
Mentor team members across offices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two-year degree in mechanical discipline or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum 15 years’ experience in an engineering design firm
Experience with power plant design, including combined cycle, simple cycle, and nuclear facilities
Experience with ASME B31.1 Power Piping and design and routing of high-pressure steam and feedwater piping
Experience with pipe support design
Experience with ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section 1 is a plus
Experience with industrial retrofit projects is a plus
Technical skills including AutoCAD, Plant 3D, SP3D SmartPlant, AutoCAD PID, Navisworks, 3D Animation, MS Office, MS Project, BIM, and Revit
Ability to learn and use other design software as required
Experience designing process support utilities in pharmaceutical and biotech industries, including USP, WFI, and clean steam, is a plus
Time management and multitasking abilities
Ability to meet deadlines in high-pressure environments
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment
Overtime may be necessary as workload dictates
Travel to client sites required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Company-paid life insurance
Company-paid short- and long-term disability benefits
Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid Time Off
Leaves of absence options
Flexible work options
Recognition and employee satisfaction programs
Employee assistance program
Voluntary benefits