149 Piping Designer jobs in the United Kingdom

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Piping Designer to support one of our major nuclear clients based out of West Cumbria or Warrington.

The responsibilities for the role will be to:

• Participation in the delivery process including participation and chairing kick off meetings and delivery of documentation
• Oversee the piping & support design (clamp, beams, anchor plate.) and their modelling in the 3D model,
• Preparation of CAD tasks for designers in tracker (until transition to We-CAD) and following up completion, maintain a high quality for all aspects of design in the PDMS model
• Participate in and lead troubleshooting investigations for emergent design issues
• Ensure the right application of the engineering procedures by the designers and the overall consistency of the piping and support design (distance between runs, position of welds and openings, etc.)
• Interface with other departments of the organisation to facilitate closure of issues
• Ensure that the design is mature and can be handed-over to the client, and that the hand-over package fulfils the requirements given by the Project
• Ensure the right level of communication between different stakeholders (calculation team, layout, equipment), propose technical solutions to issues that are found on the generic design concept

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering degree or suitable diploma
• Experience with EPR-E Piping delivery processes
• Knowledge of piping engineering and plant design principles commensurate with grade
• Proactive and self motivated in completion of tasks
• Ability to meet commitments and deadlines
• Able to follow project engineering procedures
• Ideally have knowledge of Aveva PDMS/E3D or experience with similar plant design packages

For more information on this role or to register your interest for future job updates, please visit (url removed)

We would welcome the opportunity to discuss this role informally.

Why We're Different:
Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives.

Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge. We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them!
We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear.

Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future:
As an equal opportunities business, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.

We have a new opportunity for a Senior Piping Designer based in Stockton.

Specific responsibilities for this role are:

Design of installable-piped systems/ plant layouts that can be safely operated and maintained.
Ensuring all relevant standards, instructions and specifications are applied.
Interfacing with other disciplines to ensure optimised design.
Production of various deliverables e.g., Isometrics, general arrangements,
Checking of other Designers’ deliverables.
Working within an integrated design team in the delivery of design packages against milestones.
It would be advantageous if they will be familiar with AWE/Amentum Pipe Specifications, Guides, Standards, and Procedures.
This role requires interface with Integrated Design Team, facility team, other project functions and must work closely throughout project phases. The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment is essential.

Desirable experience:

The candidate must demonstrate experience in a similar role or environment having direct influence overdevelopment of piping design. The candidate needs experience of working within a highly regulated industry, preferably gained within the Nuclear/Petrochemical industry. To be fully conversant with UK Statutory Regulations and industry design guides and standards relating to this discipline. Ability to manage their own time effectively to ensure tasks are delivered to budget and timescale.
Proficiency in the use of 3D modelling software such as REVIT, E3D or similar package.
Competent using Navisworks Freedom.
Proficiency in Microsoft packages (Excel, Word, Visio, Power point, Outlook, etc).
Proactive and driven approach to work, taking ownership of the tasks required to be completed under their remit.
Good communication skills and ability to work with other team members.

Essential qualifications:

Higher National Certificate (HNC) minimum

We have a new opportunity for a Senior Piping Designer based in Stockton.

Specific responsibilities for this role are:

Design of installable-piped systems/ plant layouts that can be safely operated and maintained.
Ensuring all relevant standards, instructions and specifications are applied.
Interfacing with other disciplines to ensure optimised design.
Production of various deliverables e.g., Isometrics, general arrangements,
Checking of other Designers’ deliverables.
Working within an integrated design team in the delivery of design packages against milestones.
It would be advantageous if they will be familiar with AWE/Amentum Pipe Specifications, Guides, Standards, and Procedures.
This role requires interface with Integrated Design Team, facility team, other project functions and must work closely throughout project phases. The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment is essential.

Desirable experience:

The candidate must demonstrate experience in a similar role or environment having direct influence overdevelopment of piping design. The candidate needs experience of working within a highly regulated industry, preferably gained within the Nuclear/Petrochemical industry. To be fully conversant with UK Statutory Regulations and industry design guides and standards relating to this discipline. Ability to manage their own time effectively to ensure tasks are delivered to budget and timescale.
Proficiency in the use of 3D modelling software such as REVIT, E3D or similar package.
Competent using Navisworks Freedom.
Proficiency in Microsoft packages (Excel, Word, Visio, Power point, Outlook, etc).
Proactive and driven approach to work, taking ownership of the tasks required to be completed under their remit.
Good communication skills and ability to work with other team members.

Essential qualifications:

Higher National Certificate (HNC) minimum

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Revit Designer (Piping) to support one of our major nuclear clients based out of West Cumbria or Warrington.

Profile
We are seeking an experienced Revit Designer (Piping) to support the delivery of nuclear design projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing accurate 3D piping models and associated 2D deliverables using Autodesk Revit, ensuring compliance with nuclear standards, project specifications, and safety requirements.
This role requires close collaboration with engineers and other design disciplines to develop integrated piping layouts, support constructability, and deliver safe, efficient design solutions for nuclear facilities and systems.

Responsibilities:

• 
  Develop, modify, and maintain 3D piping models and 2D drawings using Autodesk Revit.
• 
  Generate general arrangement, isometric, and fabrication drawings from piping models.
• 
  Work closely with multi-discipline teams (mechanical, structural, electrical, and civil) to ensure model integration.
• 
  Conduct clash detection and coordinate piping layouts with other disciplines.
• 
  Ensure designs comply with nuclear industry standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements .
• 
  Support design reviews, HAZOP/HAZID studies, and constructability assessments.
• 
  Maintain configuration control and proper documentation of design data.
• 
  Contribute to process improvement initiatives and best practices within the design team.

Qualifications

• 
  HNC / HND / Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Piping Design, or a related discipline.
• 
  Autodesk Revit training/certification (preferred).
• 
  Nuclear-specific training (advantageous, but not essential - training can be provided).
  
  

For more information on this role or to register your interest for future job updates, please visit (url removed)

We would welcome the opportunity to discuss this role informally.

Why We're Different:
Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives.

Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge. We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them!
We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear.

Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future:
As an equal opportunities business, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Revit Designer (Piping) to support one of our major nuclear clients based out of West Cumbria or Warrington.

Profile
We are seeking an experienced Revit Designer (Piping) to support the delivery of nuclear design projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing accurate 3D piping models and associated 2D deliverables using Autodesk Revit, ensuring compliance with nuclear standards, project specifications, and safety requirements.
This role requires close collaboration with engineers and other design disciplines to develop integrated piping layouts, support constructability, and deliver safe, efficient design solutions for nuclear facilities and systems.

Responsibilities:

• 
  Develop, modify, and maintain 3D piping models and 2D drawings using Autodesk Revit.
• 
  Generate general arrangement, isometric, and fabrication drawings from piping models.
• 
  Work closely with multi-discipline teams (mechanical, structural, electrical, and civil) to ensure model integration.
• 
  Conduct clash detection and coordinate piping layouts with other disciplines.
• 
  Ensure designs comply with nuclear industry standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements .
• 
  Support design reviews, HAZOP/HAZID studies, and constructability assessments.
• 
  Maintain configuration control and proper documentation of design data.
• 
  Contribute to process improvement initiatives and best practices within the design team.

Qualifications

• 
  HNC / HND / Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Piping Design, or a related discipline.
• 
  Autodesk Revit training/certification (preferred).
• 
  Nuclear-specific training (advantageous, but not essential - training can be provided).
  
  

For more information on this role or to register your interest for future job updates, please visit (url removed)

We would welcome the opportunity to discuss this role informally.

Why We're Different:
Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients' mission critical objectives.

Smarter, faster, more agile - we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge. We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them!
We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear.

Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future:
As an equal opportunities business, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.

Our client Scottish Power are seeking a Lead Plant Design Engineer for a long-term ongoing contract role based at Cambuslang but working on a hybrid basis.

Purpose

Reporting to the Plant Engineering Section Head, you will be responsible for developing and delivering engineering solutions, from feasibility to detailed engineering designs, for all plant engineering for transmission networks (132kV and above) including substations and all other associated 33kV and ancillary equipment. This will include providing the necessary basic and detailed engineering specifications and designs for projects, innovation, effective technical support, advice and input throughout the lifecycle of the project.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• Advise on the development of pre-contract design and delivery of projects by leading/supporting the technical aspects of switchgear, transformers and all other associated equipment
• Assess engineering documentation, feasibility and compliance with client requirements and support the preparation of accurate budgets for new projects.
• Advise on construction and outage programmes where required in relation to plant engineering.
• Responsible for preparing basic and detailed engineering specifications and designs for main plant and substations.
• Responsible for providing technical assessment of tender submissions and reporting recommendations to client.
• Define main plant and ancillary apparatus requirements for input to System Construction
Authorisation (SCA), Project Technical Specifications and BETTA documentation.
• Preparation/Review of substation plant drawings and specifications for construction/procurement. Control of correspondence and drawings to be issued to the Project Development and Delivery Teams.
• Ensure substation designs and equipment are in accordance with current legislation, policies and operational requirements.
• Lead the technical resolution of site/ construction main plant issues
• Tender assessment of main equipment and materials (including suppliers), support to project management on the assessment of bids.
• Provide technical support to the Project Development and Project Delivery teams on matters concerning the design, construction and operation of power systems substations
and associated equipment
•Lead training needs assessment for new products or similar and the development and delivery of technical, operational and safety packages for such products.
•Support Plant Engineering Section Head in the development of national and international standards or other regulatory matters related to plant engineering.


Skills and Requirements

We are looking for candidates with ability to represent departments or project teams regarding plant engineering issues, decisions, standards or industry best practice, with good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to form effective working relationships with other individuals, departments and businesses.

To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate as a minimum:

• Chartered Engineer or working towards
• Engineering degree or equivalent significant experience
• Skills in use of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of Transmission Operator Networks health and safety and technical requirements and compliance
• A broad understanding of Electrical Network Owners / Operators and the market these business operates in
• Proven experience / expert knowledge in design for the areas of substations and plant engineering at voltages from 33kV to 400kV
• Proven experience and knowledge of CDM regulations and Designer risk assessment

Our client Scottish Power are seeking a Lead Plant Design Engineer for a long-term ongoing contract role based at Cambuslang but working on a hybrid basis.

Purpose

Reporting to the Plant Engineering Section Head, you will be responsible for developing and delivering engineering solutions, from feasibility to detailed engineering designs, for all plant engineering for transmission networks (132kV and above) including substations and all other associated 33kV and ancillary equipment. This will include providing the necessary basic and detailed engineering specifications and designs for projects, innovation, effective technical support, advice and input throughout the lifecycle of the project.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

• Advise on the development of pre-contract design and delivery of projects by leading/supporting the technical aspects of switchgear, transformers and all other associated equipment
• Assess engineering documentation, feasibility and compliance with client requirements and support the preparation of accurate budgets for new projects.
• Advise on construction and outage programmes where required in relation to plant engineering.
• Responsible for preparing basic and detailed engineering specifications and designs for main plant and substations.
• Responsible for providing technical assessment of tender submissions and reporting recommendations to client.
• Define main plant and ancillary apparatus requirements for input to System Construction
Authorisation (SCA), Project Technical Specifications and BETTA documentation.
• Preparation/Review of substation plant drawings and specifications for construction/procurement. Control of correspondence and drawings to be issued to the Project Development and Delivery Teams.
• Ensure substation designs and equipment are in accordance with current legislation, policies and operational requirements.
• Lead the technical resolution of site/ construction main plant issues
• Tender assessment of main equipment and materials (including suppliers), support to project management on the assessment of bids.
• Provide technical support to the Project Development and Project Delivery teams on matters concerning the design, construction and operation of power systems substations
and associated equipment
•Lead training needs assessment for new products or similar and the development and delivery of technical, operational and safety packages for such products.
•Support Plant Engineering Section Head in the development of national and international standards or other regulatory matters related to plant engineering.


Skills and Requirements

We are looking for candidates with ability to represent departments or project teams regarding plant engineering issues, decisions, standards or industry best practice, with good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to form effective working relationships with other individuals, departments and businesses.

To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate as a minimum:

• Chartered Engineer or working towards
• Engineering degree or equivalent significant experience
• Skills in use of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of Transmission Operator Networks health and safety and technical requirements and compliance
• A broad understanding of Electrical Network Owners / Operators and the market these business operates in
• Proven experience / expert knowledge in design for the areas of substations and plant engineering at voltages from 33kV to 400kV
• Proven experience and knowledge of CDM regulations and Designer risk assessment

Our client Scottish Power are seeking a Lead Plant Design Engineer for a long-term ongoing contract role based at Cambuslang but working on a hybrid basis.

Purpose

Reporting to the Plant Engineering Section Head, you will be responsible for developing and delivering engineering solutions, from feasibility to detailed engineering designs, for all plant engineering for transmission networks (132.