What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical/Piping Designer position at Engineering & Inspection Services?
As a Mechanical Designer, you will play a crucial role in driving the success of our operations. Your designs will contribute to the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our equipment and facilities.
About Us
Engineering & Inspection Services (EIS) is a multidisciplinary engineering firm offering Engineering & Design, Field Services, Inspection & Mechanical Integrity, and Technology Development. Founded by engineers, EIS has placed engineering at the core of our business since 2000. Our clients in the petrochemistry industry rely on us to exceed their expectations in safety, efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.
At EIS, we bring knowledge, experience, and integrity to every project. With team members across the Gulf South and clients throughout the US, we prioritize the growth and well-being of our employees. EIS develops leaders at every level, fostering well-equipped and diverse professionals for long-term success. EIS is a recognized “Top Workplace” for 2025 and for the past four years running. Our offices are located in Metairie, Louisiana, and Beaumont, Texas, with a dedicated Inspection Division headquartered in Port Allen, Louisiana.
Key Responsibilities:
- Utilize CAD software (e.g., CADWorx) to develop detailed mechanical designs, including equipment layouts, piping systems, and related components.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, project managers, and operations personnel, to ensure designs meet project requirements and industry standards.
- Conduct design reviews, identify potential issues or improvements, and propose solutions to optimize equipment performance and reliability.
- Prepare and review technical drawings, specifications, and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
- Provide technical support during construction, installation, and commissioning activities, resolving design-related challenges as they arise.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Must be in good standing with DISA and possess a valid TWIC card
- Must have authorization to work for any U.S. employer
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office for efficient inter-office communication and documentation
Education and Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in mechanical design within the petroleum refining or petrochemical industry.
- Strong experience in CADWorx required
- Preferred experience with laser scanning
Physical Requirements:
- Fieldwork may involve moderate physical exertion, including climbing scaffolding, bending, kneeling, taking field measurements, and walking projects
- Office work may require prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer
- Must be capable of wearing and properly utilizing personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hardhats, safety glasses, respirators, earplugs, and steel-toed shoes, as required
- Occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds may be necessary
Engineering & Inspection Services, LLC (EIS) is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. EIS makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
