["Senior Piping Designer","Senior Piping Designer"]

Senior Piping Designer (CADWorx)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Piping Designer to join our client's team in Portland, OR. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for a highly skilled professional with strong CADWorx experience and a background in industrial piping design. In this role, you will take ownership of design efforts, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to high-quality project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently develop and model piping systems using CADWorx
• Lead portions of project scope, ensuring quality and adherence to design standards
• Coordinate closely with engineers and cross-functional teams
• Provide technical input on operability, constructability, and model quality
• Interpret and work from P&IDs, vendor drawings, and engineering documentation
• Support workshare execution and collaborate on project estimating and change management
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and organization of models and drawings

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Design Technology or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of piping design experience in industrial environments (Oil & Gas, Chemical, Pharmaceutical, or Semiconductor)
• Proficiency in CADWorx, with at least 3 years of recent hands-on experience
• Strong understanding of piping specifications, materials, equipment interfaces, and layout principles
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and technical documentation
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal oversight
• Strong communication and coordination skills in a multi-discipline environment
• Excellent organizational skills with a focus on accuracy and quality

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or related field
• Experience working in semiconductor facilities
• Familiarity with pipe stress considerations and their impact on routing and support design

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under the law. Assistance with the application process is available upon request.