Zachry Group
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Principal Designer Piping
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Zachry Group
in Downers Grove Design Center. Job location: Downers Grove, IL. This position is located at the Zachry Group Design Center. Responsibilities
Complete advanced/complex piping design and equipment layouts in accordance with industry practices using 2D CAD & 3D E3D software and/or other 3D design tools Ability to write execution plans for large CAPEX and high-complexity projects Ability to create detailed project schedules and review schedules for multi-discipline projects Layout brownfield and greenfield facilities with understanding of equipment spacing criteria with respect to industry standards and operational/maintenance access and clearances Audit and validate adherence to the quality process and workflow of other designers on the project team Mentor for new and junior designers and drafters Serve as the technical specialist for team reviews and design reviews on packages Communicate with the client to identify scope changes Act as a qualified expert in piping capable of making key technical decisions on a project Prepare construction documents including General Arrangements, Piping Isometrics, Piping Plans, and Material Take Offs Prepare design sketches for drafting personnel and create design sketches, layouts, and notes from field walkdowns Create as-built P&IDs from field walkdowns Develop stress packages for Stress Engineering, understanding continuations and required details on existing supports, guides, and anchors to protect system flexibility Understand advanced thermal expansion and basic dynamic stress analysis principles; work with Stress Engineers to optimize layouts on hot lines Import and navigate laser scan data with LFM Lead large teams of designers and coordinate day-to-day workflow Review proposals/RFQs and complete estimates for small and large CAPEX work Mark up and coordinate vendor document reviews for major and minor equipment and coordinate logistics Understand standard instrument design and installation requirements and address design/installation challenges Develop line study 2D drawings to support cost estimates and serve as the basis for detailed design Understand structural design and its impact on layout and pipe support loads Initiate conceptual physical design requirements in coordination with supervisors and engineers Conduct and manage model reviews and collect comments Check and verify discipline design on projects as a certified checker for medium to higher complexity, including checking equipment design and layouts in E3D Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications
15+ years of experience in design requirements for petrochemical, refining, pharmaceutical, or power plant construction projects High school diploma or associate degree with drafting courses; bachelor’s degree preferred with design experience Strong piping design skills per industry standards and codes (API, ASME, PIP, etc.) Knowledge of expansion joint design and related differences Knowledge of spring supports and functionality of different engineered supports Field assignments related to design, constructability, and means/methods on piping installation and fit-up General knowledge of typical out-of-spec and specialty items in piping systems Advanced ability to navigate in 3D E3D and Navisworks Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe/Bluebeam, and document control systems Advanced knowledge of FEL/FEED project execution staged gate process and differences between FEL/FEED and detailed design Ability to mark up and track master P&ID comments and transpose line list information to drawings/documents Detailed knowledge of major fixed and rotating equipment Detailed knowledge of instrumentation design requirements Understanding of basic NDE/T methods and insulation/coatings basics Advanced understanding of overall project execution and multi-discipline workflow Self-starter with initiative and ability to complete deliverables with minimal supervision Strong attention to detail with ability to prepare design concepts, technical documents, and drawings Preferred Qualifications
Commitment to quality and high work standards; aligns with Zachry Group culture and objectives Ability to direct and control the complete operation of a project within policies Appropriate use of confidential information “Whatever It Takes” attitude and commitment Strong verbal and written communication skills Bachelor’s or associate degree preferred Advanced knowledge of equipment and piping layout across industries Construction support, mechanical completion, and plant start-up/commissioning experience Extensive site assignment support experience Experience with large greenfield and brownfield project execution Extensive experience with major fixed and rotating equipment and typical instrumentation in the field Hands-on instrumentation technologies related to piping systems Physical Demands
Employees must communicate in person, via phone, email, video, and software. Position may require visits to maintenance sites and industrial facilities, with mobility and use of PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, ear protection, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves, boots). Work Environment
Work may occur in office, warehouse, or on-site environments with moderate to high noise levels. Job sites may include heavy equipment, materials, and active crews. The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Principal Designer. It is not a complete listing of all duties which may be required. ZACHRY GROUP
is dedicated to providing a safe and drug-free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Join to apply for the
Principal Designer Piping
role at
Zachry Group
in Downers Grove Design Center. Job location: Downers Grove, IL. This position is located at the Zachry Group Design Center. Responsibilities
Complete advanced/complex piping design and equipment layouts in accordance with industry practices using 2D CAD & 3D E3D software and/or other 3D design tools Ability to write execution plans for large CAPEX and high-complexity projects Ability to create detailed project schedules and review schedules for multi-discipline projects Layout brownfield and greenfield facilities with understanding of equipment spacing criteria with respect to industry standards and operational/maintenance access and clearances Audit and validate adherence to the quality process and workflow of other designers on the project team Mentor for new and junior designers and drafters Serve as the technical specialist for team reviews and design reviews on packages Communicate with the client to identify scope changes Act as a qualified expert in piping capable of making key technical decisions on a project Prepare construction documents including General Arrangements, Piping Isometrics, Piping Plans, and Material Take Offs Prepare design sketches for drafting personnel and create design sketches, layouts, and notes from field walkdowns Create as-built P&IDs from field walkdowns Develop stress packages for Stress Engineering, understanding continuations and required details on existing supports, guides, and anchors to protect system flexibility Understand advanced thermal expansion and basic dynamic stress analysis principles; work with Stress Engineers to optimize layouts on hot lines Import and navigate laser scan data with LFM Lead large teams of designers and coordinate day-to-day workflow Review proposals/RFQs and complete estimates for small and large CAPEX work Mark up and coordinate vendor document reviews for major and minor equipment and coordinate logistics Understand standard instrument design and installation requirements and address design/installation challenges Develop line study 2D drawings to support cost estimates and serve as the basis for detailed design Understand structural design and its impact on layout and pipe support loads Initiate conceptual physical design requirements in coordination with supervisors and engineers Conduct and manage model reviews and collect comments Check and verify discipline design on projects as a certified checker for medium to higher complexity, including checking equipment design and layouts in E3D Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications
15+ years of experience in design requirements for petrochemical, refining, pharmaceutical, or power plant construction projects High school diploma or associate degree with drafting courses; bachelor’s degree preferred with design experience Strong piping design skills per industry standards and codes (API, ASME, PIP, etc.) Knowledge of expansion joint design and related differences Knowledge of spring supports and functionality of different engineered supports Field assignments related to design, constructability, and means/methods on piping installation and fit-up General knowledge of typical out-of-spec and specialty items in piping systems Advanced ability to navigate in 3D E3D and Navisworks Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe/Bluebeam, and document control systems Advanced knowledge of FEL/FEED project execution staged gate process and differences between FEL/FEED and detailed design Ability to mark up and track master P&ID comments and transpose line list information to drawings/documents Detailed knowledge of major fixed and rotating equipment Detailed knowledge of instrumentation design requirements Understanding of basic NDE/T methods and insulation/coatings basics Advanced understanding of overall project execution and multi-discipline workflow Self-starter with initiative and ability to complete deliverables with minimal supervision Strong attention to detail with ability to prepare design concepts, technical documents, and drawings Preferred Qualifications
Commitment to quality and high work standards; aligns with Zachry Group culture and objectives Ability to direct and control the complete operation of a project within policies Appropriate use of confidential information “Whatever It Takes” attitude and commitment Strong verbal and written communication skills Bachelor’s or associate degree preferred Advanced knowledge of equipment and piping layout across industries Construction support, mechanical completion, and plant start-up/commissioning experience Extensive site assignment support experience Experience with large greenfield and brownfield project execution Extensive experience with major fixed and rotating equipment and typical instrumentation in the field Hands-on instrumentation technologies related to piping systems Physical Demands
Employees must communicate in person, via phone, email, video, and software. Position may require visits to maintenance sites and industrial facilities, with mobility and use of PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, ear protection, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves, boots). Work Environment
Work may occur in office, warehouse, or on-site environments with moderate to high noise levels. Job sites may include heavy equipment, materials, and active crews. The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Principal Designer. It is not a complete listing of all duties which may be required. ZACHRY GROUP
is dedicated to providing a safe and drug-free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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