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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.
- Train and develop talent on the SmartPlant P&ID Platform.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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:
NoneThis 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: $49.76 - $87.07We 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!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- 5-15 years of 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.
- Associate Degree in Engineering, CAD, or 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.
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
