Pipe Designer

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Compensation Grade

The Pipe Designer leverages creativity and understanding of mechanical equipment to design, maintain, and improve the physical assets of the organization by creating drawings and material take-offs for the construction, operation, and layout of these systems.

Environment:

Internal:

• Designing
• Maintenance planning
• Project schedules
• Facility construction

External:

• Compliance
• Asset Care Strategy
• Vendors
• Customer service
• Economic conditions
• Technological advancements
• Regulations and standards

Accountabilities of the job: 

Accountability 1:  Safety: Process Safety Information (PSI)

• Requires that the incumbent commit to learning, following, and practicing INEOS 20 Principles of Process & Behavioral Safety as applicable to the position.
• Update PSI for the plant which is maintained by the Engineering department such as P&ID’s, electrical schematics drawings, as well as specification sheets
• Ensures that PSI is updated in response to MOC’s, capital projects, maintenance projects or any other source of improvements which affect the PSI of the plant.
• Assure the safety of employees and contractors through compliance with the OSHA standards, ANSI standards, INEOS Acetyls policies and procedures, and other agencies’ safety regulations, standards, and/or guidelines.
• Actively participate in company and client hazard identification and observation programs, and immediately report any unsafe acts, conditions, or incidents to supervision.

Accountability 2: Mechanical Design

• Prepare detailed design drawings for in-house Front End Engineering Designs (FEED) and detailed design drawings for fast track projects.
• Revise existing and create new  mechanical drawings, layouts, piping isometrics, structural steel, specifications and bills of materials, with the guidance of an engineer.
• Assemble and issue design packages that will be utilized for construction purposes.
• Provide mechanical design assistance throughout all phases of projects including commissioning and start-up.
• Prepare process flow diagrams (PFD), piping & instrument diagrams (P&ID), general equipment layouts, facility plot plans, and equipment lists for plant, pipeline and related facilities construction projects.
• Provide design support for routine requests from maintenance and operations personnel.
• Collect and deliver design and engineering data to both internal and external partners
• Track progress for jobs and projects and coordinate with supervision
• Review vendor and in-house coordination drawings to ensure compliance with project requirements

• Provide support during equipment installation to ensure design specifications are met.
• Collaborate on projects to ensure designs are practical, cost effective and meet all relevant regulations and standards.
• Communicate with vendors to review equipment availability, equipment cost, and installation requirements.
• Prepare parts lists, procurement lists, bills of material (BOM) and specifications when drawings are complete. Revise lists, drawings and BOM consistent with engineering changes.
• Assist with performing field surveys, documenting existing conditions, and/or recommending various design solutions.
• Check field red-lined drawings and generate accurate as-built drawings as needed.
• Analyze the effect of proposed changes for proper fit and/or interference problems and recommend possible solutions or alternate construction options.
• Produce drawings and deliverables utilizing company standards within project-approved schedule and budget.
• Maintain proper file management in accordance with company and industry standards.
• Support drawing and information generation for excavation permit development.

Required profile:

Level of Education & Knowledge:

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting is required.
• 10+ years of experience in the Mechanical design field in a refinery, midstream or petrochemical industry.

Experience & Technical Skills:

• Experience in computer-aided design software such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks
• Understanding of ANSI/ISO/ASME drafting methods (GD&T), standards and procedures.
• The ability to use calipers, micrometers, scales, and other basic measuring tools.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and techniques and be to optimize designs for manufacturability and cost.
• Experience with Microsoft Suite
• Must have basic use and knowledge in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

Competencies & Behavioral Skills

• Must have good attention to detail and the ability to use various design tools and software.
• Strong problem-solving skills and an excellent understanding of mathematics.
• Ability to react promptly and efficiently shift priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to elicit cooperation from a variety of sources including team members, project managers, and other disciplines.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and presentation skills.
• Capability to conduct independent research into project-related issues and products.