Senior Piping Designer

Job Title: Senior Piping Designer (CADWorx)
Location: Portland, OR (Hybrid 2 days onsite per week)
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

Overview

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