Principal Piping Designer

Valdes is a 200-person, multidisciplinary, engineering, architecture, and project management company with an expert focus on technical excellence.

Every client project is assigned a dedicated team of professionals who provide personalized services and solutions. The Valdes success model consists of streamlined work processes, attention to detail, technical expertise, and an unyielding commitment to client satisfaction, safety, and quality.

Are you the right applicant for this opportunity Find out by reading through the role overview below.Valdes is guided by our purpose statement : We are talented people who thrive and achieve extraordinary results for our customers.

Our core values reflect who we are, how we perform and what we aspire to : Integrity Critical Thinking Excellence Teamwork PassionValdes proudly executes all work in the United States to maintain the utmost quality for our clients.

We are a certified Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE) and hold the following certifications : National Minority Supplier Development Council - MBE CertificationIllinois Department of Central Management Services - BEP CertificationCity of Chicago - MBE CertificationCalifornia Public Utilities Commission, The Supplier Clearinghouse - MBE CertificationSummarySeasoned professional with 10+ years of technical experience in piping design and plant layout.

Supervise, design, lead, organize, plan and manage an assigned area or project. Responsible and accountable for the performance of assigned designers / drafters and for meeting safety, quality, schedule, and budget criteria for engineering construction documents at the project level.

Thoroughly comprehend the project scope of work and provide a piping design that conforms to code requirements and includes all necessary specifications, drawings, and supporting documents.

Frequent travel and out of town assignments may be required.Responsibilities include the following : Extensive knowledge within the Piping and Plant layout discipline with the capability and initiative to perform the following tasks while supervising / mentoring a staffProvide accurate detailed piping design per project requirements in accordance with scope, budget, and schedule assigned by department managerProvide on-site field assistance as required per project assignmentPlan, facilitate, or conduct 3D model design reviewsPerform difficult and complex design calculationsProvide 2D or 3D design documents as required per project list of deliverables Check design documents for quality and accuracyProvide information for inter-discipline coordinationDocument and eliminate the causes of internal reworkParticipate in project coordination / client meetingsProvide progress reports as requested by project manager and department managerOwnership of project including quality, budget and scheduleDevelop piping construction scope of work documentDevelop and maintain project drawing listSchedule work for personnel assigned to projectAssist department manager with estimating project manpower requirementsSupervise and perform as discipline lead for multiple simultaneous discipline projects which may include managing up to five engineers / designersMake recommendations to improve department workflow processDevelop and / or improve department standards, including templates and design guidesProvide supervision and day-to-day oversight of assigned subordinatesProvide man-hour engineering estimatesMentor understudies within piping departmentGenerate Engineering Change Notice before the start of all out of scope workAll other duties as assignedTechnical Competencies and Skill Sets : Ability to communicate complicated issues in a simple mannerAbility to multi-task and handle multiple priorities simultaneouslyStrong verbal and written communication skillsExtensive knowledge of 2D and 3D AutoCAD softwareExtensive piping design knowledge of equipment, instrumentation, structures, pipe supports, nozzle and platform orientationsAbility to provide plant layout, feasibility studies, and support T.

I.C. estimatesAbility to use CAD software to perform design tasksStrong Microsoft Office experienceStrong knowledge of multi-discipline project design execution and construction sequenceStrong understanding of stress analysis and its applicationPeople Skills : 5+ years’ experience supervising staff and managing projects from inception to completion including evaluating scope of work and assigning responsibilitiesBasic understanding of other discipline workflow and how all departments work together to complete projectsAbility to establish and maintain professional relationships with clients, subordinates, and co-workersPersonable and able to work easily with others at all levelsAbility to handle difficult individuals and remain calm when employees or clients are confrontationalAbility to effectively manage and resolve conflicts or work issues in a professional mannerProvide leadership to monitor, enforce, and improve quality of workDemonstrate excellent intercultural sensitivity and listening skillsDemonstrate effective work relationships with all project and department personnelRepresents the highest standard of professional conduct with other groups, department members, and clientsExtroverted personality, ability to supervise and lead staff offering coaching and oversight resulting in quality work productOrganizational Skills : Must be well organized and able to prioritize workAbility to set and track goalsAbility to multi-task and work on more than one project at a timeAble to commit to and meet project deadlines, and driven to provide outstanding service to both external and internal customersMust keep work area neat, clean, and organizedQualifications - Education and ExperienceAssociates Degree or Bachelor of Science in engineering technology or equivalent experience10+ years of experience with BSET degree or 12-20 years without degreeProcess piping design lead and checking experienceMUST BE ABLE TO WORK IN THE US WITHOUT SPONSORSHIP NOW, OR IN THE FUTUREValdes Architecture & Engineering Company is looking for bright and talented people that want to take their career to the next level.

We offer many rewarding career paths to challenge and engage our employees at all phases of their careers. Our office provides a team environment, and excellent working conditions, which allow individuals to maximize their potential.

Valdes Engineering offers an outstanding benefits package including Medical, Dental, 401K plan, Company paid Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance, Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Pet Insurance, a discounted gym membership, and tuition reimbursement.EEO / AAE

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