Piping Design Engineer – Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Piping Design Engineer

Location: Jacksonville, FL (Preferred) | Dothan, AL | Brewton, AL

Pay Range: $140,000 - $155,000+ annually (DOE)

Work Hours: Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (Flexible) | Occasional overtime as needed

Type of Employment (Contract, Contract to Hire, Permanent Hire): Permanent Hire

Benefits: Competitive Benefits Package, Profit Sharing Bonus Program, Annual Holiday Bonus, Relocation Assistance Available

The Planet Group is currently seeking a Senior Mechanical / Piping Design Engineer for a growing company in the industrial engineering and consulting industry. Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 10+ years of heavy industrial engineering experience, and expertise in piping design and stress analysis. Apply now for immediate consideration.

Job Description

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Mechanical/Piping Engineer looking to take on a technical leadership role with a stable and growing engineering organization. The successful candidate will lead mechanical and piping design efforts for large-scale industrial projects while mentoring junior engineers and designers, managing project execution, and working directly with clients.

Projects support major industrial facilities across industries including pulp and paper, power generation, chemical processing, manufacturing, cement, and steel. You'll work with modern 3D design tools, oversee piping system design and stress analysis, and play a key role in delivering complex engineering projects from concept through construction.

This position offers long-term career growth, relocation assistance, an excellent compensation package, and one of the industry's most attractive performance-based bonus programs. Engineers are rewarded not only for winning new work but also for successfully managing projects to completion, creating significant earning potential beyond base salary.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
• 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience supporting heavy industrial facilities
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred; strong candidates working toward licensure will be considered
• Extensive experience with process piping design and mechanical system design
• Strong piping stress analysis experience using Triflex, CAESAR II, Autodesk FEA, or similar software
• Experience with AutoCAD Plant 3D or comparable 3D plant design platforms such as CADWorx, Smart 3D, PDS, or PDMS
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering and design teams
• Ability to oversee project schedules, budgets, quality, and client communication
• Knowledge of applicable engineering codes and industry standards
• Experience supporting industrial projects in industries such as pulp and paper, power generation, manufacturing, chemical processing, cement, or steel
• Ability to perform occasional field visits and limited overnight travel
• Strong communication, leadership, and project management skills

The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation - connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the US, The Planet Group operates with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results - building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.

EEOC Compliance Statement

The Planet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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