Piping Designer

CBCL is seeking a Piping Designer to join our Industrial Services team and support industrial pulp and paper projects across Atlantic Canada!

Join us and help shape both our work environment and company culture by collaborating with other design and construction professionals on challenging and exciting industrial projects. From concept to completion, bring your passion for sustainable design principles to life while delivering exceptional results for our clients.

We are looking for a motivated piping designer who is ready to continue developing their technical skills while contributing meaningfully to industrial projects. The ideal candidate will have practical experience using CAD and modelling tools to translate mark-ups, design information, and field measurements into clear, accurate deliverables. Experience with AutoCAD Plant 3D and exposure to process fluid systems, pulp mill piping, storage tanks, compressed gas systems, boilers, power plants, or other industrial systems would be considered an asset.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development of conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs, models and drawings for industrial mechanical systems such as process piping/fluid systems, storage and transfer systems, storage tanks, compressed gas systems, boiler/utility systems, and equipment layouts/supports;
• Prepare 2D/3D CAD models and drawing packages, with review and support from experienced team members as needed, including general arrangements, P&IDs, plan/section details, piping layouts, isometrics, and fabrication/installation details;
• Coordinate project models and collaborate with wider project teams to support accurate and integrated design deliverables;
• Maintain drawing registers, title blocks, and project file organization in accordance with internal standards and client requirements;
• Participate in site work as needed, including field verification, redlines/as-builts, and equipment and piping measurements, and incorporate findings into design deliverables;
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, designers, and construction/field teams to incorporate mark-ups, address design questions, and produce coordinated, constructible drawing packages;
• Address drawing comments, implement design changes, and contribute to meeting project schedule and quality expectations; and
• Prepare quantity take-offs/material lists and contribute to construction and fabrication packages.

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

• A diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Design, or a related program, or equivalent training that provides a foundation in industrial mechanical and piping design;
• One to five years of relevant experience in mechanical, piping, or industrial design, including experience gained through co-op or internship placements where applicable;
• Experience using AutoCAD is required, and familiarity with Plant 3D is preferred. Exposure to other 3D mechanical/plant design tools, such as Inventor, SolidWorks, Revit, or similar, would be considered an asset;
• Working knowledge of industrial mechanical drawings and systems such as process fluid piping, storage and transfer, storage tanks, compressed gas systems, boilers, power generation facilities, or similar industrial assets;
• Familiarity with quantity take-offs and material lists, with the ability to continue developing these skills;
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet time-sensitive deadlines; and
• Hold a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to job sites would be considered an asset.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive compensation package effective on your first day of employment:
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits
  • CAAT Defined Benefit Pension Plan with employer contributions
  • Generous vacation allowance commensurate with experience
• Maternity or Parental leave top-up
• Health spending account
• Wellness incentive
• Membership dues reimbursement
• Education and lifelong learning subsidization
• Community volunteering incentive
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Public transit subsidy

In addition to the above benefits, we offer:

• Ability to work paid overtime and bank time-in-lieu for future use;
• Diverse team with a wide range of experience and expertise;
• Exposure to a variety of projects;
• Support to develop skills and pursue projects related to your own interests;
• Collaboration between multiple disciplines and levels of expertise;
• Mentoring opportunities to foster your personal and professional development;
• Accessible and central offices in Atlantic Canada and Ottawa; and
• Access to training opportunities in areas ranging from technical development to leadership skills.

• Competitive salary: $50,000–$70,000 annually, depending on experience.

To meet pay transparency requirements, compensation ranges are included for roles in locations where required by law. The salary range listed for this position represents the expected hiring range; actual starting compensation will vary based on factors such as professional experience, technical expertise, credentials, and alignment with the role's requirements, as well as internal compensation structures and market data. Beyond base salary, CBCL provides a comprehensive total rewards package that includes health and dental benefits and a pension program from your first day of employment.

About Us

At CBCL our purpose is to create a positive and lasting impact on people and our planet. As an employee-owned firm, at CBCL, our people are everything. We are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity for a workplace where everyone can thrive, and we build long-term relationships with our clients while providing them with innovative solutions.

We have earned recognition as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Our multitalented group of professionals offer consulting in the Infrastructure, Water and Wastewater, Buildings, Industrial, and Earth and Environment sectors. We value our people, our communities, and our history and look forward to continuing our steady growth.

Along with our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint corporately, CBCL develops and implements sustainable engineering solutions that respect the current social and environmental impacts, as well as future implications of our designs.

CBCL operates from its offices in Halifax and Sydney, NS; Charlottetown, PE; Saint John, Fredericton and Moncton, NB; St. John's, NL, and Ottawa, ON.

CBCL Limited strives to provide a diverse workplace that is inclusive, accessible and celebrates individuals and what makes us unique. We are proud to be an employer partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion and Pride at Work.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment or interview process, or while working with us, please email [email protected]. We will work with you to meet your needs in a respectful and timely manner.

Our goal is to ensure every candidate has a fair opportunity to demonstrate their abilities. We value diverse perspectives and are dedicated to removing barriers that may prevent individuals from thriving in their roles.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those applicants who are selected to interview will be contacted.