Senior Piping Designer

Description

Equinox Engineering is an international EPCM leader known for innovative facility design and engineering across natural gas, oil, heavy oil, carbon capture, power generation, emerging energy, and brownfield projects around the globe. We work with top energy producers in the USA, Canada, and internationally. We are committed to identifying and retaining the most talented employees to deliver high-quality projects of all sizes and complexities that exceed client expectations.

We are seeking a Senior Piping Designer with 5+ years of EPCM experience who is eager to contribute technical expertise, collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams, and support the design and execution of energy facilities. This role offers exposure to a wide variety of projects, opportunities to work with industry-leading design technologies, and mentorship from experienced engineering and design professionals.

Why Join Equinox?

• Meaningful work on a wide range of energy and processing projects
• Strong, people-focused culture emphasizing mentorship, collaboration, and technical growth
• Flexible and supportive work environment with long-term career development opportunities
• Entrepreneurial culture that fosters creative and commercially minded leaders
• Exposure to diverse facility types including natural gas, conventional oil, heavy oil, carbon capture, and emerging energy projects
• Opportunity to work with leading-edge 3D design and modeling software

What You'll Do

Technical Support

• Create and maintain detailed 3D piping models utilizing Hexagon CADWorx, Hexagon Smart 3D (S3D), and Autodesk Plant 3D
• Prepare piping and mechanical design deliverables including:
  • Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
  • Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
  • Plot Plans
  • General Arrangements
  • Equipment Layouts
  • Isometric Drawings
• Develop and maintain accurate Bills of Material (BOMs)
• Support design development from conceptual studies through detailed engineering

Collaboration & Project Execution

• Work closely with Piping Design Leads, Engineers, and multidisciplinary project teams to deliver quality designs
• Participate in internal and external 30%, 60%, and 90% model reviews
• Coordinate with process, mechanical, structural, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines
• Communicate project status, design updates, and technical recommendations effectively
• Support project schedules and deliverables while maintaining high quality standards

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure designs comply with applicable industry codes, standards, client specifications, and project requirements
• Apply knowledge of ASME piping codes and industry best practices
• Perform detailed reviews and quality checks of piping models and drawings
• Maintain document control procedures, file management standards, and electronic filing systems
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Technical Exposure

• Gain experience across a broad range of oil and gas processing facilities and emerging energy projects
• Work with advanced 3D design tools and modern engineering workflows
• Participate in design reviews, project meetings, and client interactions
• Expand technical knowledge through collaboration with experienced engineers and designers
• Contribute to facility designs from early concept development through project execution

About You

• Engineering Design and Drafting Diploma (Piping) or equivalent education
• Minimum 5 years of piping design experience within an EPCM environment
• Strong proficiency with CADWorx, Smart 3D (S3D), Autodesk Plant 3D, or similar piping design software
• Experience developing piping layouts, equipment arrangements, and design deliverables for industrial facilities
• Familiarity with ASME codes, standards, and industry practices
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective problem-solving and organizational abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively within project teams
• Motivated to learn, grow, and contribute to a high-performing team environment
  
  

Ready to Apply?

If you're looking to advance your piping design career, contribute to impactful energy projects, and work alongside industry-leading engineering and design professionals, we'd love to hear from you. Join Equinox Engineering and help deliver innovative solutions for the energy industry.

Established in 1997, Equinox is a distinguished EPCM service provider globally. Our wide-ranging portfolio includes Sweet and Sour Gas Processing Facilities, Heavy and Conventional Oil Production, Steam Pipeline Systems, and an increasing focus on sustainable energy solutions like Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) facilities and pipelines, Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) projects, and Landfill Gas (LFG) initiatives.