SmartPlant P&ID Designer

Posted:
5/20/2026, 3:09:27 AM

Location(s):
California, United States ⋅ Lexington, Kentucky, United States ⋅ Pasadena, California, United States ⋅ Kentucky, United States

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking an experienced SmartPlant P&ID Designer to support multidisciplinary engineering teams in the projects in its federal business unit. The designer will develop and maintain date-centric P&IDs using Hexagon SmartPlant P&ID (SPPID) or Autodesk P&ID/Plant 3D, ensuring compliance with Parsons’ digital engineering standards and project requirements.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop, update and maintain P&IDs in SPPID or Autodesk P&ID/Plant 3D.
  • Apply Parsons’ standards for tagging, line numbering, symbology, and data integrity.
  • Incorporate process engineering inputs (PFDs, mass balances, narratives, control philosophies).
  • Maintain data-centric relationships between equipment, lines, and instrumentation.
  • Support integration with SmartPlant Foundation, SmartPlant Instrumentation, SmartPlant Electrical, SmartPlant 3D, Autodesk Vault, and BIM 360.
  • Perform QA/QC checks and maintain revision control and redline incorporation.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary coordination meetings and digital model reviews.
  • Provide support to process, mechanical, piping, and I&C engineering teams.
  • Assist with configuration of symbol libraries, rules, and reporting tools.
  • Support design reviews, HAZOPs, and constructability reviews.

Required Qualifications:

  • 5-15 years pf experience producing P&IDs for industrial, chemical, and environmental projects.
  • Proficiency with Hexagon SPPID or Autodesk P&ID/Plant 2D.
  • Strong understanding of process equipment, piping systems, and instrumentation.
  • Ability to interpret PFDs, datasheets, control narrative, and vendor drawings.
  • Experience with engineering data standards and configuration management.
  • Ability to work in a multi-discipline, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate Degree in Engineering, Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) or Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD).
  • Experience with SmartPlant Foundation (SPF) or Autodesk Vault/BIM 360.
  • Experience supporting DOE, DOD, EPA, or other federal programs.
  • Familiarity with SP3D, SPI, SPEL, or Autodesk Plant 3D piping/instrumentation modules.
  • Experience working in global delivery models.
  • Knowledge of ISO 15926, CFIHOS, or similar data standards.

Competencies:

  • Strong attention to detail and procedural compliance.
  • Effective communication and coordination skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet schedule commitments.
  • Proactive problem-solving and ownership of deliverables.
  • Commitment to Parsons’ digital engineering and quality standards.

Security Clearance Requirement:

None

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $63,600.00 - $111,300.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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