PIPING ENGINEER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Updated: Jun 11, 2025 - The Piping Engineer has experience in manufacturing and industrial projects with strong expertise in ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, and ASME BPE codes and standards. This role requires proficiency in piping stress analysis, material management systems, and effective coordination across multiple disciplines. The engineer also demonstrates excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills, with a forward-thinking approach and onsite construction experience.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Piping Engineer Resume
  • Piping Design Standards
  • Piping Engineering Software
  • Data Collection Surveys
  • Pipe Class Design
  • Material Specification
  • Pipe Class Creation
  • Material Specs
  • Documentation Upkeep
  • Piping Engineering
  • Piping Stress Analysis
  • Project Coordination
  • Safety Leadership
  • HSE Performance Management
  • Team Development
  • Multi-Discipline Collaboration
  • EHS Compliance
  • Cost Optimization
  • Client Coordination
  • Progress Reporting
  • Engineering Solutions

Summary of Piping Engineer Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BS in Mechanical Engineering with 7 years of Experience

  • Experience in pipeline/mechanical engineering and the design of details.
  • Experience in 2D and 3D mechanical modeling and design activities.
  • Experience in 2D (AutoCAD and MicroStation) and 3D modeling systems using AutoCAD Plant 3D, CadWorx. 
  • Knowledge of other software skills like REVIT
  • Experience with American Standards and Codes. Other Standards and Codes
  • Good understanding of PandIDs, equipment, and piping specifications.
  • Good knowledge of pipe support design.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and clearly inside and outside the team.
  • Ability to interface with other Offices and Clients.
  • Problem-solving skills and finding the most suitable solutions for the clients.
  • General learning and decision-making abilities.
  • Concern for the improvement of professional training.
  • Responsibility, conscientiousness, rigor in carrying out the tasks, and self-motivation.

2. BS in Industrial Engineering with 6 years of Experience

  • Working experience in power plant engineering or related industry.
  • Conversant with International codes and standards (especially ASME 31.1, ASME, ASTM, etc.)
  • Strong “hands-on” knowledge and experience preferably in the Combine cycle power plant and/or coal-fired power plant.
  • Hands-on experience in Auto Cad, PDMS, Navisworks, and MS Office.
  • Excellent planning, organizing, and priority-setting skills.
  • Knowledge and experience in combined cycle power plants and/or coal-fired power plants.
  • Review project documents including scope of work, project specification, and drawing
  • Hands-on experience in PDMS Design and Draft modules.
  • Experience with the preparation of Piping design calculations such as Pipe loading, Pipe sizing, Pipe thickness Pressure drop, etc.
  • The ability to prepare Piping layouts, Piping isometrics, and support drawing, drawings for both Power Island and Balance of the plant.
  • Basic Knowledge of Piping stress analysis
  • Experience in client-facing positions on pre-FEED, FEED, Detailed Design, and EPC projects

3. BS in Industrial Engineering with 5 years of Experience

  • Piping engineering experience in oil and gas for offshore projects
  • Engineering experience in the same or similar industry, including experience in multi-disciplinary projects and teams.
  • Good knowledge of discipline design/engineering with sufficient experience in different discipline areas.
  • Must have MME (Ministry of Municipality and Environment) engineering accreditation 
  • Familiar with local and international Codes and standards (e.g. ASME, API, and ANSI)
  • Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) status or undertaking the same
  • Good ability to read and understand vendor drawings.
  • Experience with 2D Software - AutoCAD, Micro-Station
  • Strong in 3D Software such as PDS, S3D/PDMS, E3D
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
  • Analytical, able to forge an opinion and make decisions.
  • Experience with offshore structural surveys.
  • Passion for buildings and construction

4. BS in Structural Engineering with 8 years of Experience

  • Experience in the field of piping design involving detailed design, stress evaluation, production work, 3D model review, and construction engineering support
  • Ability to use computer equipment and peripherals to carry out routine computing tasks.
  • Good knowledge of AutoCAD and SP3D.
  • Basic knowledge of 3D Model review through Naviswork or Smart Plant Review.
  • Experience the interpretation of stress/vibration analysis reports.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common technical information, contract reports, and instructions.
  • Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients 
  • Ability to write effective minutes of meetings and other related business communications.
  • Strong leadership qualities and analytical and reasoning abilities.
  • Good interpersonal and communication.
  • Must cooperate and coordinate with other colleagues, teamwork.
  • Ability to work remotely with a diverse team located in different Design Centers.
  • Ability to work with a flexible schedule to participate in project meetings/talks with various Design Centers.

5. BS in Process Engineering with 6 years of Experience

  • Proficient in basic computer functions required to perform 3-D CAD design work (AutoCAD, Plant 3D, BIM/Revit, Navisworks, Inventor)
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Desire and high motivation to develop the technical skills and to start a career in plant design engineering
  • Basic/medium-level knowledge of the English language (to be able to communicate within international projects)
  • High flexibility and willingness to travel
  • Independent and responsible to work within a project team
  • Analytical thinking with interpersonal skills
  • Autocad 2D and 3D previous experience
  • Work experience in piping engineering and 3D modelling (preferably Autodesk Plant 3D, Aveva E3D)
  • Knowledge of any design software (Cadworx, Smart Plant 3D, etc.)
  • Knowledge of relevant piping and installation codes, standards, and design methods
  • Project engineering skills and working within budget and schedule

6. BS in Chemical Engineering with 7 years of Experience

  • Knowledge and experience designing process piping, gas piping, and other related systems.
  • Experience delivering a range of projects from concept through detailed design completion
  • Strong mechanical and process engineering analytical skills
  • Experience leading groups of engineers and designers to complete technical portions of projects within established budgets and schedules.
  • Experience working within a quality system based on ISO 9000 or NQA-1
  • Design experience with AMSE and ASME B&PV Code.
  • Knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid-flow – compressible and incompressible, thermal sciences, and process systems.
  • Competent in using discipline-specific technical software such as AutoPipe, Caesar II, AutoCAD, Microstation, etc.
  • Competent using Microsoft Office software.
  • Proficient in field investigations and measurements
  • Experience performing pipe analysis
  • Exposure to working with piping isometric drawings and creating engineering and construction packages
  • Working knowledge of Industry Standards such as API, ASME, ASTM, PIP

7. BS in Chemical Engineering with 6 years of Experience

  • Experience in manufacturing or industrial projects
  • Excellent computer skills required (Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Access)
  • Ability to work independently and complete tasks as scheduled 
  • Good interpersonal skills, ability to work in a team environment ired
  • Effective coordination skills with multiple disciplines.
  • Strong communication skills both verbal and written
  • Onsite construction experience
  • Experience in dealing with Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Forward-thinking, eager to learn best practices, and contributing with innovative ideas
  • Displayed ability to learn quickly and driven to broaden the knowledge base
  • Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams
  • Knowledge of ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, and ASME BPE codes and standards
  • Piping stress analysis and material management system knowledge