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Piping Engineer Level I

Worley

Baton Rouge, LA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist with piping engineering calculations including line sizing, hydraulics, and pressure drop analysis.

  • Support the development of piping specifications, material selections, and datasheets.

  • Interpret P&IDs and support piping layout and design coordination with design teams.

Worley rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 31 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

208th of 453 rated engineering

Job description

About us
Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.
Purpose:
We are seeking a Piping Engineer I to join our Baton Rouge team, supporting projects across refining, chemicals, and energy sectors. This role is ideal for an early-career engineer who is eager to build technical expertise, support piping engineering deliverables, and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic Gulf Coast environment.
Responsibilities:
  • Assist with piping engineering calculations including line sizing, hydraulics, and pressure drop analysis under the guidance of experienced engineers.
  • Support the development of piping specifications, material selections, and datasheets.
  • Interpret P\&IDs and support piping layout and design coordination with design teams.
  • Coordinate with stress, mechanical, civil/structural, and process disciplines with support from senior engineers.
  • Support 3D model reviews and ensure engineering intent is accurately reflected in design deliverables.
  • Assist with development of material requisitions and vendor data review.
  • Participate in project coordination meetings and assist with progress tracking and documentation.
  • Support field activities including walkdowns, tie-ins, and construction issue resolution.

What you will bring
Technical/Industry Experience and Qualifications Requirements:
  • 0-2 years of piping engineering experience, preferably in refining, chemical, petrochemical, or industrial facilities.
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
  • Basic knowledge of ASME B31.3 and applicable industry standards.
  • Exposure to piping design and layout in a 3D model environment (SP3D, E3D, or similar) is preferred.
  • Familiarity with piping materials, specifications, and basic stress considerations.
  • Ability to learn quickly, take direction, and complete standard assignments with guidance.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Additional Information:
  • Work on high-impact projects across the Gulf Coast.
  • Gain exposure to both brownfield revamp and greenfield developments.
  • Collaborate with experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Opportunity to grow into senior and lead engineering roles.

Education - Qualifications, Accreditation, Training:
Required:
  • 2 or 3 year technical diploma with piping design specific training.

Preferred:
  • An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Location
Based in Baton Rouge, LA, with periodic site visits to local client facilities.
If you're looking to build your piping engineering career and gain hands-on project experience, we'd love to connect.
Moving forward together
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.
And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.

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