Facilities Designer

JOB SUMMARY

HGA is seeking a Facilities Designer to support the Integrated Services Business Unit. The Facilities Designer supports the design and layout of process facilities, plant infrastructure, and supporting systems across pipe rack/pipeway, equipment arrangement, and utility piping scopes. Working remotely with minimal supervision from a Lead Designer or Engineer, this role interprets engineering design input, develops constructible 3D models and drawings, and coordinates across disciplines to ensure designs are accurate, code-compliant, and field-ready. This position requires proven design experience in industrial or petrochemical environments, strong 3D modeling proficiency, and the judgment to work independently in a remote setting while maintaining close coordination with project teams. Key Responsibilities Interprets and analyzes engineering design input, P&IDs, and vendor data to develop facility and piping layouts Develops and maintains 3D models, plot plans, and pipe rack/pipeway layouts for new and revamp facility designs Checks and reviews the work of designers and drafters, providing feedback and mentoring to less experienced team members Coordinates design activities and schedules with other disciplines (civil, structural, electrical, instrumentation) Prepares detailed design deliverables for engineer review and approval Assumes responsibility for the technical accuracy and constructability of finished designs Performs interference and clash detection/resolution across disciplines within the 3D model Develops and maintains line lists, valve lists, and specialty item lists in support of design packages Coordinates with stress engineers on critical line routing, expansion loop design, and pipe support/anchor placement Supports tie-in design for brownfield and turnaround work, including isolation planning for live/operating units Generates material take-offs (MTOs) to support project cost estimates Facilitates or participates in remote model reviews and interdepartmental design coordination meetings Communicates project schedules, design status, and variances to the project team and leadership Supports construction through RFI response, redline incorporation, and field walkdown coordination as needed Required Qualifications Technical training in drafting/design from an accredited program (Associate's degree preferred) or equivalent industry experience Minimum 5 years of facilities/piping design experience in industrial, petrochemical, oil & gas, or related heavy-industrial settings Proficiency with AutoCAD and 3D modeling software (CADWorx, AutoPLANT, or S3D preferred) Working knowledge of engineering design principles, plant layout, and constructability practice Experience with 3D model review and clash detection tools (Navisworks or equivalent) Familiarity with laser scan software (e.g., ReCap, LFM) a plus Knowledge of P&ID interpretation, redlines, and ISO sketching Understanding of pipe stress fundamentals and pipe support/anchor design principles Bluebeam Revu or equivalent markup/review software experience preferred Demonstrated ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining strong cross-discipline communication Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time, priorities, and resources across multiple concurrent design packages Experience with a consulting engineering firm or EPC environment preferred Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled