Senior Piping Designer

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is adding an Intermediate Piping Designer to our Piping Design team based in Vancouver, BC .

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Lea ding with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For nearly 60 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Our office specializes in small to mid-sized projects for clients across Canada. The types of clients we work for include:

• Heavy Industrial Facilities
• Pipelines and Refineries
• Mining and Mineral Processing
• Municipal & Utilities
• Water Treatment

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role

• Prepare 3D models and produce 2D drawings from reference information including 3D models, sketches, notes, vendor drawings, or general direction from design lead.
• Prepare complete and accurate design and drawings that adhere to Tetra Tech and client standards as well as applicable codes.
• Checking of 2D drawings and 3D models for clashes and constructability.
• Review specifications, codes, and vendor documentation.
• Maintain accurate and organized drawing files within existing file structures.
• Perform specific tasks assigned by design lead in a pre-defined timeframe.
• Ability to schedule the work to completion that both satisfies project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Keep piping lead informed of project status and challenges.
• Coordinate with all disciplines as required.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate in Drafting or Engineering Design/Technology or a related field.
• 10-15 years of design experience required.
• Ability to understand and interpret P&ID’s.
• Understanding of construction, operation, and maintenance requirements.
• Proficiency in using 3D modeling platforms.
• MicroStation experience is an asset.
• Proficient in MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Navisworks.
• PDS, PDMS, AVEVA, CADWorx Plant & P&ID, SP3D, SmartPlant P&ID, AutoPlant and Inventor considered an asset.
• Familiar with 3D Cloud points and as-built 3D modeling tools such as Autodesk Recap or CADWorx FieldPipe.
• Proficient in MS Office particularly in Word, Excel, Office.
• Ability to effectively plan time commitments on multiple concurrent projects.
• Adaptable to changing schedules and work situation.
• Client service oriented.
• Quick, on the job learner, efficient.
• Excellent oral and written skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

The salary range for this position is $95,000 to $115,000 per year. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.

Life at Tetra Tech

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• We have embraced a hybrid culture. Work remote and at our great office location, right in the heart of downtown Vancouver.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. Our 25,000 employees work together to provide clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Tetra Tech may use AI-enabled tools to screen, assess, and assist in selecting applicants for this position based on job-related criteria. However, a human decision-maker will decide who moves forward throughout every stage of the hiring process.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

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Additional Information

• Organization: 719 ICE