Entry Level Piping Designer

Wood is currently searching for a talented Entry Level Piping Designerto support our Process and Chemicals group at our Park Ten Office in Houston, TX.

Due to the nature of the role, Wood will be considering local, qualified candidates first ( Wood will not assist in relocation ). Authorization to work permanently in the U.S. without sponsorship required.

This is an opportunity to join a world-class organization and work with senior staff on exciting Process & Chemicals / Offshore projects. A self-motivated individual, who is interested in developing technically will thrive in this environment.

• Under close supervision, create CADD designs/drawings from Engineering and Design sketches, mark-ups, go-bys and verbal instruction. Coordinate with other discipline designers to ensure verbally received information is communicated and clearly understood.
• Provide support to projects for 2D drawing deliverables
• Perform a “self-check” of completed deliverables prior to being submitted for checking
• Working under the guidance of the Piping Design Coordinator and/or Senior Designer's, performs field walk down survey of facilities to document equipment arrangement, tie-in locations and P&IDs.
• Support Piping Design Coordinator and/or Senior Designer's, in maintaining a needs list of design criteria to support completion of his/her drafting assignment.
• Develop deliverables in a consistent manor that are accurate, legible and convey the design intent.
• Support Piping Design Coordinator and Project Management in presentations to project team to support Piping Drafting progress.

• Minimum Education: Basic Cad Classes High School Diploma
• Preferred Education: 2 year Associates degree or Technical School - Drafting and Design
• Minimum work experience Entry Level to 2 years industry experience
• Preferred work experience 1-2 years experience in the Oil and Gas Industry
• Able to do occasional field visits, climbing stairs/ladders, gathering information, measuring. Potential for visits to offshore sites via helicopter or boat
• Able to comprehend and interpret technical information applicable to the assignment / task
• Good level of general computer literacy and some basic familiarity with relevant engineering software
• Proactive in communicating across work groups to resolve barriers
• Conducts work in a professional manner
• Good interpersonal and team working skills, builds positive relationships
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Creative and innovative in finding solutions
• Enthusiastic, conscientious, and committed to continuous professional development
• High level of awareness and commitment to safety in all aspects of daily work
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Highly motivated and demonstrates personal initiative
• Possesses integrity, strong work ethic, positive attitude, and is dependable
• Must be US Citizen or authorized to work lawfully in the US, without sponsorship from Wood