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Contract Piping Designer

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$75K - $120K/yr

Role Overview Mariana Minerals is looking for a Contract Piping Designer to work on building the critical minerals supply chain. As a Piping Designer at Mariana Minerals, you will lead the ...

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This is a contract position located in Corpus Christi, TX. Under general supervision, the Piping Designer independently applies advanced engineering design techniques, makes decisions on engineering ...

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This is a contract position located in Corpus Christi, TX. Under general supervision, the Piping Designer independently applies advanced engineering design techniques, makes decisions on engineering ...

Airswift has been tasked by one of our major clients to seek a Piping Designer to join them on an initial 12-month contract assignment in Billings, Montana MAIN FUNCTIONS/REQUIREMENTS * Creating and ...

Piping Designer III

Perry, OH ยท On-site

$52/hr

Contract Compensation: $52.00 - DOE Contractor Work Model: Onsite - onsite Hours: 40 hours/week ... Piping Designer III Responsibilities: * Implement assignments and activities delegated from the ...

Piping Designer III

Perry, OH ยท On-site

$52/hr

Contract Compensation: $52.00 - DOE Contractor Work Model: Onsite - onsite Hours: 40 hours/week ... Piping Designer III Responsibilities: * Implement assignments and activities delegated from the ...

Hatch is currently seeking highly motivated Mechanical Piping Designers to join our Project ... project contract. You bring to the role/Required: * Diploma, Associates Degree or equivalent in ...

Piping Designer III

Perry, OH ยท On-site

$52/hr

Contract Compensation: $52.00 - DOE Contractor Work Model: Onsite - onsite Hours: 40 hours/week ... Piping Designer III Responsibilities: * Implement assignments and activities delegated from the ...

Piping Designer III

Perry, OH ยท On-site

$52/hr

Contract Compensation: $52.00 - DOE Contractor Work Model: Onsite - onsite Hours: 40 hours/week ... Piping Designer III Responsibilities: * Implement assignments and activities delegated from the ...

Piping Designer III

Perry, OH ยท On-site

$52/hr

Contract Compensation: $52.00 - DOE Contractor Work Model: Onsite - onsite Hours: 40 hours/week ... Piping Designer III Responsibilities: * Implement assignments and activities delegated from the ...

Piping Designer III

Perry, OH ยท On-site

$52/hr

Contract Compensation: $52.00 - DOE Contractor Work Model: Onsite - onsite Hours: 40 hours/week ... Piping Designer III Responsibilities: * Implement assignments and activities delegated from the ...

Senior Piping Designer

Charlotte, NC ยท On-site

$50 - $70/hr

Senior Piping Designer Location: 100 % onsite at our client's design facility in Charlotte, NC 28273 Type: 6-month contract with possibility of extension or conversion to a permanent full-time ...

Piping Designer

Dallas, TX ยท On-site

$50 - $60/hr

Piping Designer (CADWorx) Location: Colwich, KS | Per Diem Available Join a collaborative ... Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX. Pay and Benefits The pay ...

Hatch is currently seeking highly motivated Mechanical Piping Designers to join our Project ... project contract. You bring to the role/Required: * Diploma, Associates Degree or equivalent in ...

Piping Designer III

Perry, OH ยท On-site

$52/hr

Contract Compensation: $52.00 - DOE Contractor Work Model: Onsite - onsite Hours: 40 hours/week ... Piping Designer III Responsibilities: * Implement assignments and activities delegated from the ...

Hatch is currently seeking highly motivated Mechanical Piping Designers to join our Project ... project contract. You bring to the role/Required: * Diploma, Associates Degree or equivalent in ...

Senior Piping Designer

Charlotte, NC ยท On-site

$50 - $70/hr

Senior Piping Designer Location: 100 % onsite at our client's design facility in Charlotte, NC 28273 Type: 6-month contract with possibility of extension or conversion to a permanent full-time ...

Senior Piping Designer

Charlotte, NC ยท On-site

$50 - $70/hr

Senior Piping Designer Location: 100 % onsite at our client's design facility in Charlotte, NC 28273 Type: 6-month contract with possibility of extension or conversion to a permanent full-time ...

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How much do contract piping designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract piping designer in the United States is $51.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.31 and $61.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Contract Piping Designer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Piping Designer, you need a strong background in piping design principles, CAD software proficiency, and typically a relevant engineering or technical diploma. Familiarity with industry-standard design tools like AutoCAD, Plant 3D, and piping codes such as ASME or API, as well as experience with 3D modeling systems, is highly valued. Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities help you collaborate effectively with engineers and project managers. These skills ensure accurate, code-compliant designs, smooth project workflows, and the ability to adapt to changing project requirements.

What is a Contract Piping Designer job?

A Contract Piping Designer creates and modifies piping systems for industrial projects on a temporary or project-specific basis. They use CAD software to develop layouts, isometric drawings, and 3D models, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client specifications. These designers collaborate with engineers and other team members to optimize piping routes for efficiency and safety. Contract roles offer flexibility and are often used in industries like oil and gas, chemical processing, and manufacturing.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Contract Piping Designer?

As a Contract Piping Designer, your day-to-day responsibilities generally include developing and revising piping layouts, preparing detailed drawings, and coordinating with engineers to ensure design accuracy and compliance with safety standards. You will often work closely with multidisciplinary teams to address design changes, resolve technical issues, and ensure that project timelines are met. Reviewing vendor drawings, conducting site visits, and updating 3D models are also common tasks. This role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.

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Contract Piping Designer

Mariana Minerals

Houston, TX โ€ข On-site

$75K - $120K/yr

Contractor

Posted 15 days ago


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About Mariana Minerals
Mariana Minerals is a software-first, vertically integrated minerals company on a mission to supply the critical minerals powering modern energy, AI, and defense technologies. We're reimagining the minerals supply chain by combining deep industry expertise with advanced software, automation, and data-driven decision-making.
Role Overview
Mariana Minerals is looking for a Contract Piping Designer to work on building the critical minerals supply chain.
As a Piping Designer at Mariana Minerals, you will lead the configuration of projects in AutoCAD Plant 3D (or similar software packages), develop best practices and workflows for drafting and modeling, and support drafting and modeling activities from conceptual engineering through to detailed design.
What You'll Do
  • Configure new projects in AutoCAD Plant 3D
  • Setup Data Manager and Smart P&IDs
  • Draft process flow diagrams (PFDs)
  • Configure and draft smart piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)
  • Develop and draft plot plans
  • Define requirements for third party 3D equipment models and P&IDs to integrate into Mariana Minerals hosted AutoCAD Plant 3D environment
  • Define requirements for third party EPC companies to complete detailed engineering

What You'll Bring
  • 5+ years of experience with AutoCAD Plant 3D
  • CAD admin experience
  • 2D drafting experience. PFDs, P&IDs, Plot Plans, etc.
  • 3D modeling experience. Piping design, isometric generation, etc.
Our culture is built on three principles:
Extreme Ownership - We take full responsibility for outcomes, relentlessly driving toward solutions.
Engineer Out Requirements, then Automate - We simplify, optimize, and then automate for scale.
Share Your Legos - We collaborate openly, share knowledge, and empower each other to build bigger, better solutions.
Join us as we build the future of responsible mineral sourcing and supply.