Job Description

Process Designer

JOB-10044552

Anticipated Start Date

July 28, 2025

Location

Houston, TX

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client is a global leader in energy technology, providing cutting-edge solutions across the oil and gas industry. Operating in over 100 countries, they focus on digital innovation and sustainable practices to drive the future of energy and support the transition to lower-carbon operations.

Job Summary

W e a re seeki ng a Process Designer to join their high-performing team. This position plays a critical role in developing, reviewing, and maintaining process engineering drawings such as PFDs and P&IDs, with a focus on quality, consistency, and compliance with client standards. The ideal candidate will have strong experience using AVEVA and other intelligent P&ID tools, and may be asked to act as a Project Lead, Drafting Checker, or Project Coordinator when needed.

Job Description

• Monitor and assess drafting performance and ensure design quality; provide constructive feedback for improvement.
• Quickly become proficient in client-specific drafting procedures and standards for process documentation.
  
• Review engineering data for completeness and consistency before initiating drawing work.
  
• Independently conceptualize and develop PFDs and P&IDs using AutoCAD and/or Intelligent P&ID software (e.g., AVEVA).
  
• Generate and manage medium-to-high complexity process drawings from sketches, verbal direction, or design layouts.
  
• Ensure accuracy of process drawings and documentation—excluding engineering-specific design decisions.
  
• Track and maintain project status reports for assigned tasks.
  
• Create and manage drawing databases within Intelligent P&ID (AVEVA), including data for PFDs, P&IDs, etc.
  
• Handle administrative design tasks such as creating legends, symbology libraries, drawing platforms, and system backups.
  
• Extract process data (e.g., line lists, valve lists, instrument lists) for interdisciplinary coordination.
  
• Apply internal process design checklists for CAD and AVEVA drawing development.
  
• Collaborate with engineering disciplines, regional offices, and fabricators to drive projects from initiation to installation.
  
• Mentor and guide other designers on the use of AVEVA, AutoCAD, and intelligent design tools.
  
• Willingness to travel as needed to meet project or business objectives.

S kills Required

• 10+ years of relevant experience in the process industry, with strong drafting and design expertise.
• Experience working with EPC firms, engineering consultancies, or production facility engineering is preferred.
  
• Advanced proficiency with AVEVA software tools; familiarity with Intelligent P&ID platforms required.
  
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, AVEVA tools, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, PowerPoint).
  
• Experience with Adobe XD and After Effects is a plus.
  
• Diploma in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering preferred.
  
• Knowledge of and commitment to health, safety, security, and environmental (HSSE) standards.
  
• Strong attention to detail, ability to meet quality standards, and effective time management.
  
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Education

• Associate’s degree in Engineering, Computer-Aided Drafting Technology, or equivalent experience.

Pay Rate

• $40 per hour and higher depending on experience

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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