Experience Level: 5–10 Years
Location: Moss Point, MS
Employment Type: Contract 1Year
Client- Southern Company Services.
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer II – P&ID Developer with 5–10 years of experience in industrial process environments. This role is responsible for creating, updating, and maintaining Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) that accurately represent piping systems, equipment, instrumentation, and control systems.
The ideal candidate will work closely with engineering teams to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient system designs while maintaining high standards of documentation accuracy and quality control.
Create and update P&IDs using industry-standard software (AutoCAD or equivalent)
Accurately represent piping layouts, process flow, equipment, instrumentation, and control loops
Maintain asset naming and numbering conventions
Work closely with mechanical, process, and project engineers
Interpret design requirements and ensure P&IDs meet engineering specifications
Communicate design concepts and updates to project stakeholders
Generate detailed P&ID documentation including:
Equipment symbols
Instrumentation details
Piping layouts
Control loops
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, industry standards, and project requirements
Collaborate on selection of piping materials, valves, instruments, and related components
Support design decisions based on operational and process requirements
Track and document P&ID revisions
Manage change updates and notify stakeholders accordingly
Review and validate P&IDs for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project goals
Perform field walkdowns to verify accuracy of CAD drawings
Develop as-built P&IDs reflecting actual system configurations after construction or modifications
Conduct QC checks to ensure alignment between field conditions and design documentation
Provide guidance and training to junior designers and drafters
Support team development in P&ID best practices
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, or related field
5–10 years of mechanical design experience with a strong focus on P&ID development
Proficiency in AutoCAD (or equivalent P&ID software)
In-depth understanding of industrial processes, equipment, and instrumentation
Knowledge of applicable safety regulations and industry standards
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
High attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality documentation
Experience in manufacturing, power generation, chemical processing, oil & gas, or heavy industrial environments
Experience conducting field walkdowns and redline updates.