About the Role

Turner Staffing Group is seeking a Mechanical / Piping Designer to support plant engineering and design activities for a power generation client based in Tempe, Arizona. This role will focus on mechanical and piping system design for generating facility upgrades , including piping layouts, system details, and engineering drawing development.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with plant design drawings, Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and MicroStation CAD software, along with the ability to support field research, estimating, and project documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design or assist with the design of mechanical and piping system upgrades for power generation facilities

• Develop piping layouts, piping details, hanger assemblies, and plant arrangement drawings

• Create and update Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)

• Support retrofit and upgrade projects for existing generating facilities

• Perform field research and site visits to gather information required for design and estimating activities

• Prepare complete design packages , including engineering drawings and bills of materials

• Assist in the development and documentation of design standards and procedures

• Coordinate with engineers, project team members, and construction personnel to support project execution

• Communicate with manufacturers, vendors, and external stakeholders regarding project requirements and equipment specifications

• Interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation to support project development

• Answer questions related to field installation and design intent when required

Required Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical and piping design for industrial or power generation facilities

• Proficiency with Bentley Systems MicroStation CAD software (latest version preferred)

• Strong understanding of piping layouts, piping systems, and P &ID development

• Ability to develop detailed engineering drawings and plant layouts from field notes, sketches, or engineering concepts

• Ability to read and interpret engineering and construction drawings

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Experience using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel)

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting power generation or industrial plant environments

• Familiarity with civil and structural drawings related to plant design

• Experience supporting facility retrofit or modernization projects

• Experience participating in field walkdowns and project estimating

Work Environment

• Office-based design work in Tempe, AZ

• Periodic travel to regional generating stations for field verification and project support

• Occasional use of company vehicle for project site visits