Piping Design Lead

Equinox Engineering Ltd.

$100K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Engineering Design and Drafting Diploma (Piping) or equivalent.
  • 10+ years of experience in piping design within an EPCM environment.
  • Proven ability to lead and mentor high performing design teams.
  • Strong communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Hexagon CadWorx, Hexagon S3D, and Navisworks.
  • Detail oriented with a strong focus on quality, safety, and project delivery.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development and delivery of piping design and drafting deliverables for multiple projects.
  • Develop and review 3D piping models and drawings using specific design software.
  • Review piping layouts for constructability, safety, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with standards.
  • Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated design solutions.
  • Provide input to project schedules, man hour estimates, and scope of work documentation.
  • Lead internal and external model reviews and support global workshare coordination.
  • Ensure designs meet quality standards, client requirements, and regulatory codes.

Benefits

  • Collaborative engineering environment.
  • Opportunity to work on diverse energy projects including natural gas processing and carbon capture.
  • Potential for professional growth in a leadership role.
  • Engagement with industry-leading engineers for mentorship.
Full Job Description
Piping Design Lead

Department: Drafting and Design

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Calgary, AB, Canada

Description

We are seeking a Piping Design Lead with 10+ years of EPCM experience who is passionate about technical excellence, team leadership, and project delivery. This role is ideal for an experienced piping professional looking to lead multidisciplinary teams, contribute to complex facility projects, and mentor developing designers within a collaborative engineering environment.

What You'll DoTechnical Support
  • Lead the development and delivery of piping design and drafting deliverables across multiple projects.
  • Develop and review 3D piping models and drawings using AutoCAD, Autodesk Plant 3D, Hexagon CadWorx, and Hexagon S3D.
  • Review piping layouts to ensure constructability, safety, cost effectiveness, and compliance with industry best practices.
  • Apply in depth knowledge of piping codes and standards, including ASME B31.3.

Collaboration & Project Execution
  • Work closely with Process, Mechanical, and other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated design solutions.
  • Provide input to project schedules, man hour estimates, and scope of work documentation.
  • Collaborate with the Piping Design Supervisor to support resource planning and workload management.
  • Lead and participate in internal and external 30/60/90 model reviews.
  • Support global workshare execution and coordination.

Safety, Quality & Compliance
  • Ensure piping designs meet Equinox quality standards, client requirements, and regulatory codes.
  • Review drawings and models for accuracy, completeness, and consistency prior to issue.
  • Promote safe design practices and continuous improvement throughout the design process.

Technical Exposure
  • Gain exposure to a broad range of facility types including natural gas processing, oil production, carbon capture, and emerging energy projects.
  • Utilize Navisworks and other review tools to support interdisciplinary model coordination.
  • Contribute to the development and refinement of Equinox design standards and procedures.


About You
  • Engineering Design and Drafting Diploma (Piping) or equivalent.
  • 10+ years of experience in piping design within an EPCM environment.
  • Proven ability to lead and mentor high performing design teams.
  • Strong communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Hexagon CadWorx, Hexagon S3D, and Navisworks.
  • Detail oriented with a strong focus on quality, safety, and project delivery.


Ready to Apply?

If you're looking to advance your piping design leadership career, contribute to impactful energy projects, and work alongside industry leading engineers, we'd love to hear from you.

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