ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Piping Designer to join our team supporting Fluor on their Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) project at the Savannah River Site (SRS)! This position is full-time and will be based out of Aiken, SC.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision of the Discipline Lead Engineer or Design Supervisor, prepare and check designs of intermediate complexity utilizing 3D modeling and 2D computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) automation tools.

• Coordinate technical issues with other disciplines, project management, vendors and clients.

• Execute work in compliance with Project Quality Plan and procedures.

• Execute work in accordance with the approved project scope, cost and schedule baselines.

• Perform bulk material take-off analysis and tabulations.

• Provide technical support to activities associated with equipment and material procurement and subcontracting including review of vendor submittals.

• Provide technical support to activities associated with construction administration including response to construction requests-for-information and field changes.

• Communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to project management, coworkers, clients, vendors, and subcontractors.

• Execute engineering projects utilizing 3D modeling and 2D CADD automation tools in a multi-discipline environment.

• Read, interpret, and generate design drawings with minimal input from a member of the engineering staff.

• Prepare 3D layouts and/or schematics for conceptual and detailed designs of advanced complexity.

• Perform 3D piping layout and equipment modeling of moderate to advanced complexity.

• Produce and check complex Piping drawings including plot plans, piping plans, isometrics and sketches.

• Provide assistance to construction and pipe fabrication personnel.

Requirements

• Education & Years of Experience – Associate's Degree and 10+ years of relevant experience.

• Citizenship – To be considered, you must be a United States (U.S.) citizen due to the federal nature of the work.

• Clearance – To be considered, you must be able to obtain and maintain a government issued clearance, if needed.

• Working knowledge of applicable federal (including Department of Energy orders), state, and local codes and standards.

• Knowledge of discipline codes and standards.

• Experience providing engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services on industrial projects.

• Background and experience must include drafting/designer experience in engineering fields, such as piping, electrical, mechanical, structural, communications, architectural, fire protection or civil.

• Proficiency in computer aided design utilizing Bentley MicroStation with demonstrated experience to originate and produce drawings with minimum supervision required.

• Proficiency in 3D modeling using Intergraph Smart3D (S3D) with minimum 3 years of experience.

Desired Skills

• Experience with design of systems, structures and components for nuclear facilities under the requirements of ASME NQA-1.

• Knowledge of commercial availability and cost of materials.

• Practical field experience.

• EPC project experience for the following industries: 1) U.S Department of Energy or other U.S. Federal Government Agency, 2) Nuclear facilities under a nuclear quality assurance program, and 3) Manufacturing, pharmaceutical or biotechnology.

• Advanced knowledge of: 1) Intergraph SmartPlant Review software and 2) Piping design requirements (equipment arrangement, piping layout, stress requirements, and material requirements).

• Working knowledge of and ability to interpret Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID), update master P&ID and pipe line list.

About the Site

Fluor Corporation (Fluor) partners with government clients like the Department of Energy and Department of Defense to design, build, and maintain many of the world's most complex and challenging capital projects, including providing technical, nuclear, and project services along the way. They possess niche knowledge and skills in the government, infrastructure, oil, power, and industrial sectors (http://fluor.com).

ABOUT GEM

GEM Technologies, Inc. (GEM) is an award-winning federal contractor with more than 30 years of experience providing environmental, construction, facility management, and technical services to federal agencies, state and local governments, and commercial organizations. Founded in 1994 as a nuclear engineering firm to support federal operations in East Tennessee, GEM has since expanded into a nationwide, multi-disciplinary provider with over 270 employees and a diverse portfolio of contracts in the environmental, nuclear, and defense sectors. Some reasons to join GEM are:

• Our philosophy – We believe in the power of effective collaboration and recognize that good partnerships are the building blocks to success.

• Our relationships – Partnering with federal clients, we solve complex problems, exceed expectations, and advance critical missions.

• Our team – We are committed to managing a cohesive workforce and cultivating a supportive workplace for our employees on contracts and in-office.

• Our community involvement – Supporting our communities, we invest time and money in local schools and non-profit organizations.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

GEM’s offered compensation is dependent on candidates’ education, qualifications, and relevant years of experience. To recruit and retain our exceptional staff, we offer the opportunity to elect benefit packages that best suit our employee’s needs; this includes, but is not limited to, a competitive Salary, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (including HSA & PPO options), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, and a matching 401(k) Retirement Plan.

Please Note: With the exception of mandated state requirements, GEM does not publish salary information on external job boards; as such, most ranges listed are estimates made by vendors and not actual salary ranges.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

GEM Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.