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about piping engineers.
Piping engineer roles are in charge of designing and building piping systems to support engineering and construction projects. The piping systems created are designed to carry many different substances — water, oil, gas, waste and more. You are involved in every aspect of the piping component of building projects. You plan, create blueprints, choose the piping to be used and oversee the installation of piping on location. You will work collaboratively with other engineers and designers to ensure piping fits the overall project design and needs. If you are an experienced engineer and are looking for piping engineer jobs, start exploring opportunities with Randstad today.
average piping engineer salaries in the U.S.
Average salaries for piping engineers vary significantly depending on a number of factors, including where you’re located, the company you work for, the scope of your responsibilities and more. With that in mind, average salaries for piping engineers range from $63,000 to $85,000 annually.
what piping engineer jobs entail
Piping engineers work normal office hours, but some overtime may be required to meet project deadlines. You can expect to split time between designing plans on the computer and spending time at worksites, scouting locations and overseeing piping installation projects. In most cases, you will report to a project manager or senior piping engineer.
your day-to-day tasks
As a piping engineer, you will be involved in all facets of piping projects. You will do everything to plan and assist with installation.
Here are the tasks commonly associated with piping engineer roles:
- surveying piping installation locations
- collaborating with designers and other project engineers
- inspecting piping installations
- preparing construction bid documentation
- creating blueprints for piping systems
- planning piping project details
- budgeting and cost management
- selecting piping and construction materials
- negotiating with and hiring contractors to install piping applications
- staying up to date with the latest trends in piping technology and engineering
- providing additional project support as required
where you can work
Piping engineers typically work in the construction industry, but opportunities may also be available in oil and gas, manufacturing and the public sector. Given the overall high level of demand, you should find abundant opportunities to apply your unique skill set from coast to coast.
what you bring to the table
To work as a piping engineer, you will need to have strong business acumen together with a background in engineering, in addition to the following skills and abilities:
- attention to detail and strong observation skills
- project management
- the ability to work in a team environment
- the ability to work under tight deadlines
- knowledge of the construction industry
- effective planning skills
- good negotiation skills
- excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
- excellent written and verbal communication skills
- drafting and blueprints
- AutoCAD and CAESAR software
- strong math skills
- piping engineering experience and knowledge
training and certifications
Piping engineers are required to have undergraduate degrees in mechanical engineering or civil engineering. A graduate degree in engineering or related engineering certification might also improve your job prospects. Additional training in geology, chemistry or physics could be valuable as well.
where your career is headed
Piping engineers tend to stay in the same or similar roles throughout their careers. Since working as a piping engineer is a specialized role, it’s common for experienced piping engineers to change companies but remain within the same industry. although Some move into roles such as pipe design while others go on to work as consultants.
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