Worley

Principal Piping Designer

Worley • $90K — $130K *
Baton Rouge, LA 70816In-Person
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
6 days ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of piping design experience in refining, petrochemical, or chemical facilities.
  • Strong expertise with SmartPlant 3D (SP3D), AVEVA E3D, or similar 3D modeling platforms.
  • Solid understanding of ASME B31.3 and industry standards.
  • Experience with brownfield modifications and site-based design.
  • Proven ability to lead or guide piping design teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead piping design activities across all project phases (FEL through detailed design and execution).
  • Develop 3D models, piping layouts, and isometrics using SP3D, E3D, or similar tools.
  • Coordinate closely with process, mechanical, civil/structural, and stress teams.
  • Conduct field walkdowns, support tie-ins, and ensure constructability for brownfield projects.
  • Mentor junior designers and provide technical leadership.
  • Participate in model reviews, design reviews, and client interactions.
  • Support construction, commissioning, and site issue resolution.

Benefits

  • Work on high-impact Gulf Coast projects.
  • Opportunity to lead and mentor within a growing team.
  • Exposure to both traditional energy and emerging energy transition projects.
  • Collaborative, safety-focused culture.
  • Based in Baton Rouge, LA, with regular site interface at local client facilities.
Full Job Description
Purpose

We're seeking an experienced Principal Piping Designer to join our Baton Rouge team, supporting projects across refining, chemicals, and energy transition sectors. This is a key leadership role responsible for delivering high-quality piping designs and supporting complex brownfield and greenfield projects along the Gulf Coast.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead piping design activities across all project phases (FEL through detailed design and execution).
  • Develop 3D models, piping layouts, and isometrics using SP3D, E3D, or similar tools.
  • Coordinate closely with process, mechanical, civil/structural, and stress teams.
  • Conduct field walkdowns, support tie-ins, and ensure constructability for brownfield projects.
  • Mentor junior designers and provide technical leadership.
  • Participate in model reviews, design reviews, and client interactions.
  • Support construction, commissioning, and site issue resolution.


What you will bring

Technical/Industry Experience and Qualifications Requirements:
  • 10+ years of piping design experience in refining, petrochemical, or chemical facilities.
  • Strong expertise with SmartPlant 3D (SP3D), AVEVA E3D, or similar 3D modeling platforms.
  • Solid understanding of ASME B31.3 and industry standards.
  • Experience with brownfield modifications and site-based design.
  • Proven ability to lead or guide piping design teams.

Additional Information:
  • Work on high-impact Gulf Coast projects.
  • Opportunity to lead and mentor within a growing team.
  • Exposure to both traditional energy and emerging energy transition projects.
  • Collaborative, safety-focused culture.
  • Based in Baton Rouge, LA, with regular site interface at local client facilities.

Education - Qualifications, Accreditation, Training:
Required:
  • Technical Diploma Required.

Preferred:
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work across disciplines.

About Worley

Worley is a global engineering and construction company that provides services to the energy, chemicals, and resources sectors. The company was founded in 2019 through the merger of WorleyParsons and Jacobs' Energy, Chemicals and Resources division. Worley has over 48,000 employees in 49 countries and provides a range of services including consulting, engineering, procurement, construction, and project management. The company is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon footprint and increase the use of renewable energy in its operations.
Learn more about Worley
Size
47,700 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
NASDAQ
WYGPF
* Ladders Estimates

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