3D Piping Designer

Acara Solutions is seeking a Sr. 3D Piping Designer to join our client in a Full Time, Direct Hire, Fully Remote capacity . This role is centered on developing detailed piping system designs, including full 3D models, isometrics, and BOM packages for fabrication and installation. The Sr. Designer will work closely with Process and Project Engineers to produce build-ready piping layouts and support the full project life cycle from concept development through as-built documentation.

• Fully Remote
• Salary: $110k - $120k
• 8% bonus
• Health, Dental, Vision, 401K match, PTO, Paid Holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Create and update 2D P&IDs and PFDs to reflect piping system design intent.
• Model complete piping systems in 3D using Autodesk Plant 3D, including line routing, fittings, supports, and tie-ins.
• Develop shop-ready piping isometrics, orthographic drawings, and plan layouts.
• Generate Bills of Materials for pipe, valves, fittings, supports, and related components.
• Design piping around equipment, instrumentation, and structural interfaces using vendor data and engineering requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure proper material selection, ASME code compliance, spacing, accessibility, and thermal considerations.
• Support skid development and layout planning, including pipe rack and support steel design.
• Provide fabrication support-resolving clashes, updating models, adjusting routing, and issuing revised drawings as needed.
• Create final as-built models and documentation after installation or fabrication.
• Perform basic CAD administrative functions (project templates, specs, catalogs).

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier provider of recruiting and workforce solutions-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in a variety of industries around the world, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that Drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Job Requirements

Required Skills / Qualifications:

• Minimum 8 years of piping and CAD design experience required.
• Minimum 5 years in Autodesk Plant 3D or equivalent advanced 3D piping design software.

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to produce accurate piping models, layouts, and isometrics.
• Experience integrating piping with structural steel, skids, and equipment packages.
• Knowledge of instrumentation and I/O integration is preferred.
• Experience with Caesar II, Smart P&IDs, or other piping analysis tools is beneficial.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Word, and Excel.
• Ability to read and interpret piping specifications, codes, and dimensional standards.

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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.