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How much do temporary piping designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary 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 Temporary Piping Designers?

Temporary Piping Designers are professionals who create and modify piping system layouts for industrial, commercial, or construction projects on a short-term or contract basis. Their main responsibilities include developing detailed drawings and plans for piping systems, ensuring compliance with safety and industry standards, and collaborating with engineers and project teams. They often use specialized software like AutoCAD or Plant 3D to design efficient and safe piping routes. Temporary roles are typically filled to meet project-specific needs, cover staff shortages, or provide expertise for a limited period.

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AspectTemporary Piping DesignerPiping Designer
Primary FocusDesign and layout of temporary piping systems for construction or maintenance projectsDesign of permanent piping systems for industrial, commercial, or infrastructure projects
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, plant shutdowns, temporary facilitiesManufacturing plants, refineries, industrial facilities
CredentialsCAD skills, piping codes, safety standardsCAD skills, piping codes, engineering standards

Temporary Piping Designers specialize in creating temporary piping layouts for short-term projects, while Piping Designers focus on permanent systems. Both roles require similar technical skills and knowledge of piping codes, but their work environments and project durations differ significantly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Temporary Piping Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Temporary Piping Designer, you need proficiency in piping layout, design standards (such as ASME or ISO), and a background in mechanical or engineering disciplines, often supported by relevant technical certifications or degrees. Familiarity with industry-standard CAD software like AutoCAD Plant 3D, SmartPlant, or PDMS is typically required. Strong attention to detail, adaptability, and effective communication are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills ensure accurate, safe, and efficient piping system designs that meet project specifications and timelines.

What are the typical challenges faced by a Temporary Piping Designer when joining a new project?

A Temporary Piping Designer often encounters challenges such as quickly adapting to new project standards, familiarizing themselves with unique client specifications, and integrating into established team workflows. Because these assignments are short-term, there is usually a steep learning curve and limited time to get up to speed with the specific software, documentation protocols, and site conditions. Clear communication with engineers, drafters, and project managers is essential to ensure design accuracy and timely project delivery.
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Rotating Equipment Engineer - Midstream

Rotating Equipment Engineer - Midstream

HF Sinclair

Artesia, NM

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

HF Sinclair rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 33 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

15th of 74 rated oil and gas companies

Job description

Basic Function
HF Sinclair Midstream is seeking a Rotating Equipment Engineer. This position conducts engineering assignments for the Reliability Department and functions as a technical specialist, initiating and developing moderately complex engineering concepts. This position is open to the locations of Artesia, NM, Dallas, TX, Tulsa, OK, Salt Lake City, UT, Cheyenne, WY, or Casper, WY. 
Job Duties

(functions considered essential as defined by ADA) 

  • Develop, maintain, and interpret pipeline hydraulics, system curves, and pump curves to optimally define the proper operating region
  • Define and manage key performance indicators (KPI) to measure the effectiveness of the Rotating Equipment Reliability Program
  • Uses common engineering concepts to perform engineering evaluations, FEED studies for new projects, and assignments for the technical services department
  • Estimates the cost and feasibility of reliability projects, supervises contractors and field activities as needed.
  • Knowledgeable on industry specifications regarding design and construction of rotating equipment and associated infrastructure considering appropriate materials of construction and corrosion controls.
  • Use common engineering process to evaluate, recommend, improve our mechanical systems into a reliability program development including performance measurements like efficiency, vibration, temperature and preventive maintenance intervals.
  • Recommend and implement improvements in operations procedures and maintenance procedures as needed.
  • Develop and/or review technical specifications, contract documents and cost estimates for rotating equipment and associated infrastructure (i.e. pumps, starters, transformers, VFDs, MCC)
  • Upgrade, design, configure, maintain and monitor Pipeline/Terminal equipment according to applicable specs. Review proposals of vendors regarding the purchase of new or modernization of existing processing equipment
  • Develop small capital project scopes, budgets and AFE's.
  • Review temporary piping clamps to ensure adequate design to maintain mechanical integrity
  • Review large capital projects design and construction, ensuring specifications and API codes are adhered to.
  • Perform risk evaluations of existing equipment, recommend upgrades or inspection plans as appropriate.
  • Evaluates inspection findings and when needed facilitates and/or performs Fitness For Service evaluations for fixed equipment
  • Track and report key performance indicators for reliability department

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion

Experience

Five to ten years' progressive experience in a pipeline, terminals, refinery or similar chemical processing facility.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Registration as a Professional Engineer preferred.

Education Level
A minimum of a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, or work history in mechanical reliability commiserate with an engineering degree is required.
Required Skills

Intermediate knowledge of commonly used Pipeline and Terminal engineering mechanical specifications and related ASME/API codes.  Ability to stay abreast of new technology developments and processes is essential.  Ability to communicate effectively with others, strong verbal communication skills, advanced level of reading and writing, ability to perform advanced mathematical calculations.  Advanced ability to work effectively with multiple groups throughout the Organization.  Strong spreadsheet and word processing applications knowledge; strong interpersonal, time-management and organizational skills; ability to provide training to multiple groups on a variety of applicable assigned discipline topics.  Knowledge of various process hazard analysis and root cause analysis methodologies is required.  Ability to coordinate all phases of a project from cradle to grave. ISO 18436-2 CAT II certification, or willingness to acquire the certification is required.

PREFERRED SKILLS:
Working knowledge of Microsoft products and experience with engineering software is preferred.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibility
May be responsible for the supervision of contractors.
Work Conditions
Office and plant based with up to 25% travel required.  Subject to varying weather conditions and required to work in all temperatures, including outdoors.
Benefits
HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time-Off
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
  • Educational Reimbursement
  • Parental Bonding Time
  • Employee Discounts
We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally. Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visit Total Rewards.
Physical Requirements
Job conditions require standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs, climbing up to 200 ft, perceive color differences,  required to wear personal protective equipment as needed and a respirator in emergency situations (beards are not permitted), ability to operate and drive all assigned company vehicles at company standard insurance rates is essential (inability to maintain standard insurance rates is grounds for dismissal), valid State driver's license and proof of insurance required. Depending on location must satisfactorily complete a comprehensive medical physical examination.  Job conditions may require twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping, and working in confined spaces as permitted.
Our One HF Sinclair Culture:
At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, our five core cultural values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders. These values influence our decisions, shape our behaviors and keep us connected across the entire organization. We maintain a true Safety culture for our employees, communities, environments and customers. Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds. What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger.
About HF Sinclair Corporation
HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and other specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah and markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states. HF Sinclair supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,500 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand at more than 300 additional locations throughout the country. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries. Through its subsidiaries, HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in Artesia, New Mexico. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to its refineries and the petroleum industry.
Equal Opportunity Employer

HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.

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