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INEOS

Corrosion and Materials Engineer

League City, TX · On-site

... piping, storage tanks, and critical equipment representing $15B+ in enterprise replacement value ... The Corrosion & Materials Engineer is recognized as a technical authority within INEOS and is ...

Ineos

Corrosion and Materials Engineer

Alvin, TX · On-site

... piping, storage tanks, and critical equipment representing $15B+ in enterprise replacement value ... The Corrosion & Materials Engineer is recognized as a technical authority within INEOS and is ...

Ineos

Corrosion and Materials Engineer

League City, TX · On-site

... piping, storage tanks, and critical equipment representing $15B+ in enterprise replacement value ... The Corrosion & Materials Engineer is recognized as a technical authority within INEOS and is ...

Kurita America Inc.

Piping BIM Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$92K - $110K/yr

Create a material list (BOM/MTO) from a 3D model, then output it by line, system, and area * Verify and confirm whether quantities (BOM/MTO) created from 3D models can be used directly for ...

Kurita America Inc.

Piping BIM Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$92K - $110K/yr

Create a material list (BOM/MTO) from a 3D model, then output it by line, system, and area * Verify and confirm whether quantities (BOM/MTO) created from 3D models can be used directly for ...

Ineos

Corrosion and Materials Engineer

La Porte, TX

... piping, storage tanks, and critical equipment representing $15B+ in enterprise replacement value ... The Corrosion & Materials Engineer is recognized as a technical authority within INEOS and is ...

Snc-Lavalin

Lead Mechanical Engineer (Piping)

Henderson, NV · On-site

$140 - $188/hr

Lead Piping Engineer page is loaded## Lead Piping Engineerlocations: US.NV.Hendersontime type: Full ... Review and approve piping material take‐offs (MTOs) and contribute to cost estimates.* Ensure ...

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How much do piping materials engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for piping materials engineer in the United States is $138,562.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $103,000.00 and $161,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a piping materials engineer?

A Piping Materials Engineer is responsible for selecting and specifying materials used in piping systems for industrial projects, such as oil & gas, power plants, and chemical facilities. They ensure the chosen materials meet project requirements, considering factors like temperature, pressure, corrosion resistance, and regulatory standards. Their role involves preparing material specifications, conducting technical evaluations, and coordinating with procurement and vendors. They also assist in resolving material-related issues during construction and operation to ensure system reliability and safety.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a piping materials engineer?

A Piping Materials Engineer typically spends their day reviewing project specifications, selecting appropriate piping materials based on factors like pressure, temperature, and chemical compatibility, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. They collaborate closely with process engineers, piping designers, and procurement teams to resolve material queries and address technical challenges. Regular activities may include preparing material take-offs, evaluating vendor documentation, supporting construction teams onsite, and conducting material failure investigations when needed. This role requires both desk-based technical analysis and frequent interactions with other engineering disciplines to ensure project success.

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

To thrive as a Piping Materials Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical or chemical engineering, specialized knowledge of piping materials and standards (such as ASME, ASTM, and API), and experience with material selection and corrosion analysis. Familiarity with engineering design software like AutoCAD, SmartPlant, and materials management systems is often required, as are professional certifications like Professional Engineer (PE) or NACE corrosion certification. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and clear communication are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective piping systems in projects and facilitate effective collaboration within multidisciplinary engineering teams.

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Infographic showing various Piping Materials Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $138,562 per year, or $66.6 per hour.

Piping Designer

Hargrove Engineers and Constructors

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 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 general 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 12+ 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 developed and able to provide interoffice execution support with general supervision. Interoffice execution leadership is evident.

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

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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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