Senior Mechanical Process Piping Designer II

Merrick & Company is expanding its Mechanical Process Piping Design team in Newport News, Virginia, to support projects within our Energy, Manufacturing and Bioprocessing unit. We are seeking a designer for immediate short- and long-term assignments. The ideal candidate is passionate about industrial process design, problem-solving and teamwork.

The Senior Mechanical/Process Piping Designer will design process and mechanical piping systems in accordance with applicable standards and accepted industry practices. Projects include piping design and equipment layouts for industrial manufacturing facilities and systems in the food and beverage, personal care, advanced technology, specialty chemicals, automotive, heavy manufacturing, power, and oil and gas markets.

Responsibilities include developing piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs); creating 3D models of equipment and piping systems; producing detailed isometric and equipment layout drawings; and conducting field walk-downs, as needed, to document existing conditions and identify tie-in points.

The designer will use Plant3D to create engineering drawings and produce process, mechanical and piping deliverables under the direction of the project engineer, lead engineer or lead designer. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the designer will develop designs that meet rigorous technical standards, schedules and budgets.

Successful candidates must be able to perform each essential duty listed above satisfactorily.

• Technical degree or Certification in drafting or piping design.
• AutoCAD and Plant3D proficiency.
• Twelve (12) years of experience in piping design and plant layout preferred.
• Background in the development of piping systems design.
• Ability to work in multi-disciplinary design teams and taking direction from other disciplines and project leaders.
• Experience in process piping design.
• Knowledge or experience in the use of national standards including ASME B31.3.
• Required software competencies include MS Excel, MS Word, Bluebeam, and Navisworks.
• Client projects for this position require US Citizenship.
• Candidate must be capable of and willing to obtain a DOD security clearance.
• Ability to participate in visits to client sites.

• Employee Ownership – All eligible U.S. employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), sharing in the company’s success.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits – Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, and paid time off (PTO).
• Robust Referral Program – Earn incentives for referring top talent to join our team.
• Performance Reviews – Annual reviews to recognize contributions and support career growth.
• Professional Development – Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to build your skills and advance your career.
• Employee Recognition – Formal programs to celebrate achievements and outstanding performance.
• Peer Mentor Program – Get support and guidance through structured mentorship opportunities.
• And More – Additional programs and benefits designed to support your success and well-being.

• Previous consulting engineering experience.
• Plant3D Database experience creating intelligent P&IDs, models and components.
• Proficiency using Revit and/or CADWorx software.
• Experience in hygienic/sanitary piping design.
• Experience in design of wet and dry material handling and processing systems.

• Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted.
• At Merrick, every resume is carefully reviewed by our team of experienced human recruiters—never by AI. We are committed to a fully human-centered hiring process, ensuring each candidate receives thoughtful, personalized attention at every stage.
• Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
• Employment with Merrick is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment background check, MVR check, and drug screen.