Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Piping Design Technician Specialist for a Hybrid position with a Global Engineering and Construction Firm located in Portland, OR. This is an 8+ month contract opportunity.
Compensation: Up to $68.00 per hour, W2, based on qualifications
Position Overview: This role may function as a primary Piping Discipline Lead or as the senior design QA QC authority, depending on project requirements. The position is accountable for piping design integrity from early layout through final model review, ensuring systems are not only code compliant but also constructible, operable, and maintainable. The individual is expected to exercise independent technical judgment and to own the quality of piping design outcomes.
Key Responsibilities: - Serve as a primary technical authority for piping design, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, material specifications, and project design bases
- Be accountable for piping design quality, including layout development, routing, and coordination with other disciplines
- Communicate clear technical direction and expectations to designers, engineers, and workshare teams
- Review vendor drawings, specialty piping data, and design deliverables for accuracy, fit, function, and constructability
- Perform and guide 3D model-based design reviews, verifying constructability, access, maintenance, and long-term operability
- Identify design risks early and provide clear, actionable feedback to improve design quality
- Apply QA/QC judgment throughout design development and support project-specific design verification
- Work closely with project delivery teams, piping leads, and multi-discipline stakeholders to maintain alignment
- Support global workshare execution through clear communication and consistent technical standards
- Mentor designers, engineers, and checking staff through technical guidance
Primary Requirements: - Associate's degree in Computer Aided Drafting and Design, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline
- 12-15+ years of piping engineering and/or design experience in complex industrial environments (Oil & Gas, Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Semiconductor, or similar)
- 3+ years of proven Technical Leadership experience
- Proven ability to manage or support scope, schedule, and budget considerations on multi-discipline industrial projects
- Advanced working knowledge of piping codes and standards (ASME, B31.3, and related industry codes)
- Strong working knowledge of 3D piping design platforms such as CADWorx Plant or Autodesk Revit
- Demonstrated understanding of constructability, safety, and cost control principles
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- This hybrid position requires weekly attendance (2 days) at a local office
Desired Skills: - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline
- Experience supporting projects in semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or similarly complex industrial facilities
- Working knowledge of pipe stress analysis concepts
- Demonstrated success in global workshare execution
- Proven ability to mentor and develop junior engineers and designers
- Strong understanding of earned value management, progress tracking, and change control processes
- Proficiency with both Autodesk Revit AND CADWorx Plant
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today! Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.
Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include: - Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
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ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
