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100% Remote Piping Designer | Midstream Natural Gas Projects

Are you a Piping Designer looking for a chance to work on impactful natural gas infrastructure projects from anywhere in the country? Our growing engineering team is seeking an experienced designer who enjoys solving complex design challenges, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to projects that help keep critical energy systems running.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established engineering firm supporting major midstream natural gas clients nationwide. You'll work on a variety of facility and pipeline projects while enjoying the flexibility of a fully remote work environment.

• Design and develop mechanical piping systems for natural gas facility projects
• Prepare detailed drawings, plot plans, piping plans, sections, and bill of material drawings
• Create general arrangements and P&IDs using company and client standards
• Partner with Project Managers, Engineers, and Lead Designers throughout project lifecycles
• Coordinate with civil, electrical, mapping, and engineering teams to ensure seamless project execution
• Analyze design requirements and develop practical solutions
• Establish piping routes, nozzle orientations, and structural support requirements
• Maintain drawing control and documentation throughout projects
• Participate in QA/QC reviews, peer checks, and squad checks to ensure design quality and accuracy
• Support the preparation of facility design packages using AutoCAD and industry-standard design software

• 5+ years of piping design experience
• Strong background in natural gas, oil & gas, or related industrial piping projects
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and mechanical CAD design
• Experience working with P&IDs and piping layouts
• Familiarity with CADWorx, SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar design software
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced engineering environment

• Consulting engineering experience
• 3D design and modeling experience
• Knowledge of Civil 3D, pipe design, and viewport management
• Experience supporting midstream natural gas facilities and infrastructure projects

• 100% Remote – Work from anywhere in the U.S.
• Join a collaborative and highly experienced engineering team
• Work on impactful natural gas infrastructure projects
• Exposure to a wide variety of facility and pipeline design work
• Long-term career growth with a stable and growing organization
• Flexible and supportive team culture

If you're an experienced Piping Designer looking to take the next step in your career while enjoying the flexibility of fully remote work, we'd love to connect with you.

Apply today to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

This is a Permanent position based out of Houston, TX.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $58.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Houston,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.