Vista Projects is an integrated industrial engineering firm that helps clients navigate the digital transformation of their projects and operations. Our proven project execution process is based on a "single source of truth" model that eliminates the potential for inefficient engineering designs, cost overruns and project completion delays.Why We Do ItWe believe the world needs industrial projects and that intelligent engineering data can increase the likelihood of innovative solutions getting to market. Over the years, our multi-discipline teams have conceptualized and designed some of the most challenging and successful industrial processing projects in the North American energy sector. Vista has established itself as a trusted industrial engineering partner for all types of projects, from conceptual studies and pilots to large-scale commercial expansions.What Vista DoesVista Projects is an integrated industrial engineering firm that helps clients navigate the digital transformation of their projects and operations. Our proven project execution process is based on a "single source of truth" model that eliminates the potential for inefficient engineering designs, cost overruns and project completion delays.Where We WorkThe benefits of our approach apply to new asset developments and brownfield optimization projects across several industrial markets. This includes biofuels and produced water treatment to natural gas and petrochemical processing. While we are headquartered in Calgary and maintain a satellite office in Houston.What You Would Do in This RoleThe Project Lead Piping Designer provides supervision and working leadership of drafters and designers in piping, CSA or EIC. The Design Lead also oversees the design of different aspects of energy industry related projects from inception to completion. Duties include:Promote a strong safety culture throughout project executionEnsure designs comply with:ASME B31.1ASME B31.3Applicable provincial/state regulationsClient engineering standardsParticipate in HAZOPs, risk assessments, and constructability reviewsEnsure quality management procedures are followedPlanning, allocating and reviewing work programs. This includes updating ForecastWeb on a weekly basis and ensuring it is suitably completed to align with the demand of the Project/Program Manager. The forecast should be updated to current project plans and changes to work plans/resourcing needs are communicated through change management to project stakeholdersPreparing weekly progress reports for each project including work completed, work planned for the following week and discipline needsUpdating project schedule on a weekly basis including marking tasks which are completed, in progress, and any potential delays. In addition, ensure tasks are listed correctly in schedule. Project schedule along with tasks and deliverables are reviewed and maintained in conjunction with Project ManagementEstablishing scopes of work, man-hour estimates,



schedules and priorities for projects and proposalsScheduling and expediting department workProviding leadership and mentorship to project/program discipline design teamProviding technical and quality guidance to department staffEnsuring the design and drafting team are completing high quality work within the required time and budget constraintsAttending status meetings with clients, project management and suppliersCoordinating interfaces with other disciplinesMaintaining current knowledge of industry and regulatory standardsAssigning and reviewing work of discipline design and drafting staffEnsuring adherence to Vista Quality Management System (QMS)Preparing layouts, calculations and designs related to the most complicated elements of projectsEnsuring all drawings and materials are in accordance with Vista and client specifications and standardsApproving completed drawingsSupporting development, implementation and maintenance of discipline design standards, checklists and proceduresMaking general recommendations on the utilization of new drafting/design techniques, normally within an area of specializationAnalyzing design elements for potential trends, technical feasibility, client or contractual requirementsSupporting discipline man-hour estimates for proposalsProviding construction supportPreparing and reviewing complex 3D models for accuracy and completeness in accordance with established industry, client and Vista design criteriaActing as the 3D model manager, ensuring seamless interfaces with other engineering disciplines to incorporate design elements and vendor data such as equipment location, piping routing, structural steel, foundations, cable trays, inline instrumentation, offline instruments and panelsFacilitating plot plan reviews, model reviews and constructability reviews with the assistance of one or more senior designersEnsuring design review action items are closed in a timely mannerPreparing and checking isometrics, general arrangements, MTOs, plot plans, key plans and equipment location plansPerforming other duties as requestedRequirements10+ years of piping design and engineering experienceTechnical school certification/degree or equivalent experience5+ years leading multidisciplinary project teamsSignificant experience in pulp and paper facilities, including:Pulp millsPaper millsTissue millsRecovery systemsUtility and balance-of-plant systemsExperience with brownfield and operating facility projectsAbility to work and collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and designers including Process, Mechanical, Civil, Structural & Architectural, Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls and PipingAdvanced computer skills and broad experience in major drafting and design software such as AutoCAD, CADWorx, SmartPlant, AutoPLANT, AVEVA and PDMSRequired experience with carbon capture systems, processes,



and projects within pulp and paper manufacturing environmentsStrong organizational skills, technical competence and attention to detailSelf-motivated and efficient with time managementComprehensive knowledge of applicable government regulations and regulatory codesAbility to meet safety requirements to attend site visitsPreferred Technical SkillsStrong understanding of:Pulping processesChemical recovery systemsSteam and condensate systemsWater and effluent treatment systemsProcess piping systemsProficiency with:AutoCAD Plant 3DAVEVA E3DCADWorxNavisworksExperience with:Pipe stress coordinationPipe support designEquipment layoutConstructability reviewsMaterial managementWhy People Like Working with UsWorking with Vista is a chance to contribute to the type of challenging municipal and industrial projects that the world requires. If that doesn't excite you, this role likely won't be a fit.Challenging projects require focus, and we enable our people to do their best work with modernized project systems that are based on our leading use of intelligent data‑centric execution architecture. Our staff and clients like that it gives them real‑time access to validated data shared across all project departments. This fosters project design and business decisions based on a single, authoritative source of truth and provides increased transparency and collaboration with team members and clients, leading to improved engineering quality and a product we can all take pride in.What We OfferAn opportunity with Vista is not just a job; it is a chance to tackle challenging projects with colleagues who are among the most recognized and accomplished in their disciplines.Vista offers all employeesA stimulating, fast‑paced and challenging work environment where you will contribute to the interesting municipal and industrial engineering projectsA robust and consistent recruitment process that ensures your colleagues are likeminded and comparably capableAn prospect to be a part of an entrepreneurial, technically skilled team which has established leadership in innovative engineering solutionsA strong value‑based philosophy that provides an informal, close‑knit team environment, where you and your family feel like a part of our organization, and not just an employee numberCompetitive compensation and benefits, including a performance‑linked variable pay programCompany‑sponsored social events and team sportsFlexible work schedules, half‑day Fridays and free parkingAn organization that values and encourages diversityHow to ApplyPlease complete the application form below and include a cover letter concisely demonstrating how your skills and experience align with our job posting. By submitting this application, you consent to our Privacy Policy, and you consent to receive transactional electronic messages from Vista and third parties acting on our behalf.Note: As part of the interview process there will be a technical testing component that will take up to two hours and can be completed at home on your own timeline. Candidates may be required to complete a security clearance procedure prior to receiving an offer.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Piping Design Lead (Calgary)
🏢 Vista Projects
📍 Calgary