Senior Piping Engineer or Designer

The Senior Piping Engineer or Designer is responsible for initiating and developing engineering drawings through completion for assigned projects in conformance with the client requirements, applicable codes, and design criteria established by the project’s discipline engineers. Engineers apply Computer Aided Design (CAD) techniques to generate and interpret engineering designs in support of assigned projects. A significant amount of the design work is done in 3D software. Piping Engineer reports to the Piping Discipline Manager.

Competitive Benefits
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Why Nexus?
Nexus Engineering Group, a distinguished independent full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) firm, provides comprehensive support to clients from concept through startup. With over a decade of demonstrated engineering and design success, Nexus stands out as the firm of choice for those valuing integrity and expertise.
At Nexus, you will be part of a talented and passionate team dedicated to excellence and innovation. We foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, making it a place where you’ll enjoy contributing to impactful projects. Joining Nexus means aligning with a firm renowned for its creativity, dedication, and relentless focus on achieving client goals.
Equal Opportunity Employer & Reasonable Accommodation
Nexus Engineering Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Nexus Engineering Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualifies individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require and accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process please contact us at [email protected]. 
Sponsorship & Work Authorization
Nexus Engineering Group does not provide employment visa sponsorship of any kind, including CPT, OPT, or employment-based visas. Candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must be able to maintain that authorization throughout employment without any action, filing, or sponsorship by the company. This requirement applies both at the time of hire and on a continuing basis for the duration of employment. 
Third‑Party Agency Notice
Nexus Engineering Group does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external recruiters or agencies. We only engage approved third‑party partners under a written agreement initiated by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Any resumes submitted without prior authorization or a current agreement will not be eligible for placement fees and will be considered the property of Nexus Engineering Group.

• Develops complex engineering drawings under minimal supervision. • Applies a expert level of understanding within a specific discipline. • Understands codes, permits, and software applications related to the discipline. • Fully understands the process of preparing designs and drawings using project specifications and discipline, including associated written and verbal instructions in accordance with established design practices, standards, and procedures. • Understands the engineer’s process of performing and verifying design calculations to support the overall project design. • Understands the discipline’s equipment and material lists. • Understands the purpose and use of vendor documents and reviews discipline supplier documents for accuracy. Can also review other discipline’s supplier documents. • Organizes the 3D models and conducts internal and external 3D review meetings. • Knowledge of cost estimating methods; can perform material take-offs for the discipline. • Understands discipline’s materials costs and concept of cost analysis and forecasting. • Understands the project change control process and can identify a potential change. • Provides technical guidance to less experienced design staff.
• 10+ years of piping design experience • Associate Degree in a technical discipline or equivalent. (BS Degree Preferred) • Proficient in basic computer functions required to perform 3-D CAD design work. (software: AutoCAD Plant 3D, BIM/Revit, Navisworks, Inventor) • Proficient in field investigations and measurements. • Expert in working with piping isometric drawings and creating engineering and construction packages. • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (software: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) • Working knowledge of Industry Standards such as API, ASME, ASTM, PIP
The salary range listed above represents base pay for candidates in our Oak Brook, Illinois office, in accordance with applicable pay transparency requirements. 
Compensation for all candidates is determined based on experience, qualifications, skill set, certifications, work location, and market conditions. In addition to base pay, Nexus Engineering Group offers a comprehensive compensation package that may include eligibility for discretionary bonuses and participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing employees the opportunity to share in the long-term success of the company.