Senior Piping Designer

SSOE Group is currently seeking an experienced Senior Piping Designer to join our team in Mumbai. The Designer may support both small and large scale industrial projects using either Plant3D or Revit to provide value based design for our world-class clients.

As part of an international design firm and working with a USA based team, you will have the unique opportunity to work on US based projects and communicate regularly with international colleagues.

An ideal candidate will have previous A/E experience and chemical plant experience as well as a passion for collaboration and team work. Due to the international team structure, the ability to communicate will be key to success. The time zone differential between the U.S. and Mumbai will drive the need for good communication by phone (preferred), email and acceptance of flexible working hours.

At SSOE, we don’t just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry leading AI Large Language Models, vibe-coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you’ll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows.

The following duties are typical of the position but are not all encompassing:

• Interpret P&IDs and translate process requirements into equipment and piping designs using established engineering principles, standards, and industry best practices.
• Apply standard design methods and procedures while exercising sound judgment to adapt and modify design solutions as required.
• Prepare detailed design deliverables, construction packages, addendums, bulletins, and support project change order documentation.
• Coordinate design activities across multiple projects, ensuring schedules, quality standards, and project objectives are met.
• Participate in internal and client meetings, present design progress, document action items, and ensure timely follow-up on design changes.
• Review and check drawings, equipment submittals, and shop drawings for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements.
• Coordinate and direct the work of designers assigned to the project, including reviewing portions of completed work for quality and consistency.
• Research technical solutions, evaluate design alternatives, and document recommendations for project leadership.
• Collaborate effectively with other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated project execution and alignment with overall project objectives.
• Develop and maintain productive client relationships through regular interaction and technical support.
• Take ownership of assigned project tasks with guidance on complex or unusual engineering challenges.
• Serve as a Job Captain or lead designer for single-discipline projects when required.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills while working with geographically distributed project teams.
• Participate in professional development and leadership training opportunities to enhance supervisory and project management capabilities.

What will you bring?

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with 8 to 12 years of relevant industry experience.
• Proficient in Plant3D and Revit for piping and plant design applications.
• Hands-on experience in piping design and layout development.
• Strong understanding of process and chemical piping systems, including applicable design standards and industry best practices.
• Experience with utility piping systems, particularly steam and condensate networks.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Demonstrated leadership potential with a proactive approach to ownership, accountability, and team coordination.
• Familiarity with Forma, Navisworks, and the integration of point cloud laser scan data within 3D modeling environments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with project stakeholders and clients.
• Must be adaptable to work during evening hours to ensure communication with stakeholders in the USA.

Additional Perks Offered:

• A collaborative and supportive culture where you’re not just a number—you’re a critical and highly valued member of our team!
• Hybrid / remote work arrangements. 
• As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will experience exciting projects from start to finish and interface directly with some of the most forward-thinking clients in the world.
• A mindset of continuous learning where you are encouraged to ask questions, bring fresh ideas to the table, and pursue your professional development goals.
• A diversity of market sectors, project types, and geographic locations that help insulate your career from economic ups and downs.
• A formal career path and real opportunities for advancement.
• A holistic approach to compensation and benefits that supports your physical and mental health, encourages work-life balance, and empowers your career advancement and financial success.

SSOE– The Best of Both Worlds

At SSOE, our growth trajectory allows us to offer the opportunities normally associated with a large firm while embracing the collaborative and supportive culture often found in smaller firms. As a member of the SSOE team, you will work on exciting and diverse projects for Fortune 100 clients around the globe, supported by the best technology for the task at hand. You will experience our employee-centric culture that strives to offer a healthy balance, flexible working arrangements, direct access to leadership at all levels, and a mindset of continuous learning. Once you experience the SSOE difference, you’ll understand the why behind our metrics:

• 28% - of our employees have been with SSOE for 10 years or more.
• 15% - percentage of employees with tenure exceeding 15 years.
• 99% - our CEO’s approval rating on Glassdoor.
• 98% - portion of our clients who say they would recommend us to a colleague.