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Quanta Services

Designer Piping

Arlington, TX

Research, review, and apply company drafting standards, client requirements, and applicable regulatory codes to all piping drawings. * Perform independent QA/QC reviews of piping design and ...

Victaulic

Piping Draftsperson

Easton, PA · On-site

Maintains electronic system files, records, information, facility directory, drafting standards, etc on a regular and timely basis in accordance with the Company Documentation Retention Policy

pondco

Senior Piping Designer

Expertise in industrial piping design and drafting standards, preferably in Process Industrial and/or Life Sciences facilities * Experience designing complex process, utility, and facility piping ...

pondco

Senior Piping Designer

Expertise in industrial piping design and drafting standards, preferably in Process Industrial and/or Life Sciences facilities * Experience designing complex process, utility, and facility piping ...

McKenney's Inc.

Mechanical Piping Designer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

JOB SUMMARY Designer shall work in a team environment to develop accurate, constructible, coordinated, and timely Mechanical Piping system models meeting McKenney's drafting standards and fully ...

Semiserve

Piping Designer/Drafter

Westwego, LA

Piping Designer Location: Westwego, LA Duration: 12month contract assignment with conversion potential Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k • Design & Development: Create detailed piping layouts ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for piping draftsman in the United States is $33.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.20 and $38.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a piping draftsman?

A Piping Draftsman is responsible for creating detailed technical drawings and plans for piping systems used in industrial, commercial, and residential projects. They use computer-aided design (CAD) software to develop layouts, schematics, and blueprints that guide the fabrication and installation of pipelines. Their role involves ensuring compliance with industry standards, collaborating with engineers and designers, and making modifications based on project requirements. Piping Draftsmen work in industries such as oil and gas, chemical processing, manufacturing, and construction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a piping draftsman?

To thrive as a Piping Draftsman, you need strong technical drawing skills, proficiency in interpreting engineering plans, and typically a diploma or certificate in drafting, engineering, or a related field. Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD, Plant 3D, or MicroStation, and familiarity with relevant piping standards and codes are commonly required. Attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work collaboratively with engineering teams are valuable soft skills for this role. Mastery of these skills ensures accurate, code-compliant designs and effective coordination within multidisciplinary projects.

What are some typical challenges a piping draftsman may face in their daily work?

Piping Draftsmen often encounter challenges such as interpreting complex engineering specifications, ensuring that their designs comply with industry codes and client requirements, and managing changes to project scope or design revisions. They may also need to coordinate closely with engineers, project managers, and other draftsmen to resolve layout conflicts and meet tight project deadlines. Adapting to different CAD software platforms, maintaining accurate documentation, and keeping up with evolving standards are additional routine demands. Developing strong communication and organizational skills can help manage these challenges effectively and contribute to project success.

How to become a piping draftsman?

To become a piping draftsman, typically one needs a high school diploma or equivalent and specialized training in piping design or drafting, often through technical schools or community colleges. Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD or MicroStation, along with knowledge of piping systems and industry standards, is essential. Gaining experience through apprenticeships or entry-level positions can also help develop the necessary skills for this role.
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Infographic showing various Piping Draftsman job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 4% Temporary, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $68,694 per year, or $33 per hour.

Piping Specialist

Hargrove Engineers and Constructors

Sweeny, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

What You'll Be Doing
Job Scope: Generally responsible for supervision and technical direction over a team of designers when functioning as a lead designer. As lead designer, responsibilities will include total delivery of the mechanical and piping deliverables and services on time, within performance budget and meeting quality expectations. Duties may include performing advanced design work serving as a technical specialist for a complex design assignment. This level requires extensive progressive experience in mechanical and piping design and involves utilization of project controls for cost, schedule and quality of projects. This work will be performed under minimal supervision.
Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
  • Familiarity with and utilizing department design and drafting standards.
  • Recognizing and communicating project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.
  • Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.
  • On-site assistance during startup.
  • Providing technical guidance to less experienced drafting personnel in the department.
  • Coordinating work activities with other staff members and the discipline lead.
  • Producing mechanical and piping installation specifications with engineering review and approval.
  • Complete understanding of the skills and experience required to perform design functions.
  • Proactively lead and coordinate the efforts of a design staff to achieve scope, schedule and budget objectives.
  • Mentoring subordinates.
  • Participating in squad checks to insure coordination between the design disciplines.
  • Checking calculations made by other designers to ensure accuracy, conformance to codes, specifications, design criteria and conformance to good engineering practice.
  • Determining construction quantities and provide construction cost estimates.
  • Delegating work to designers in proportion to their technical skills and experience, then following up for support to ensure efficient progress and quality.
  • Consulting with design leaders from other disciplines in proportion to their technical skills and experience, then following up for support to ensure efficient progress and quality.
  • Participating in the planning of training programs, continuous education opportunities and professional development of staff.

Ideal Background
Education: Associate degree in Engineering Technology or Computer-Aided Drafting is required.
Certification: SPED (Society of Piping Engineers and Designers) Certification is preferred.
Experience: This position requires 20 or more years of relevant industrial experience in mechanical/piping drafting and design.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Knowledge and application of piping materials.
  • Design of moderately complex process and utility piping systems, especially those systems unique to the industry being served.
  • Knowledge and application of piping supports and restraints.
  • Flexibility analysis of piping system.
  • Knowledge of manual valve sizing, use and application.
  • Knowledge of good design practices for sizing all piping systems.
  • Sizing of compressible fluid piping systems.
  • Identification of need, application and specification of steam traps and liquid drainers.
  • Identification of need, application and specification of safety valves and devices to maintain the mechanical integrity of piping systems.
  • Selecting piping specialty items given the design criteria.
  • Drafting of P&ID's and GA's.
  • Design of piping limited specific equipment and inline instrumentation arrangements such as pump suctions and discharges, tanks, control valve stations, etc.
  • Familiarity with specifications and installation details of construction bulk materials and equipment.
  • Ability to create accurate mechanical/piping installation documents from the information found on vendor equipment drawings.
  • Knowledge and understanding of work flow/information flow between disciplines.
  • Knowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all mechanical/piping deliverables.
  • Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.
  • Ability to develop mechanical/piping installation specifications with engineering review and approval.
  • Ability to develop a construction cost estimate, a detailed engineering schedule and a man-hour budget for a small project or an area for a larger project.
  • Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.
  • Ability to lead a small team to deliver on commitments.
  • Ability to deliver convincing presentations of Hargrove Engineers & Constructors services.
  • Working knowledge of 2D AutoCAD and Microstation.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Good presentation skills.
  • Virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships are highly developed and able to provide interoffice execution support with no supervision. Interoffice execution Leader is developed and visible.

Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

Hargrove Culture
We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a "team mentality" so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.
Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.
As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

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