Senior Piping Designer – Rotterdam (Contract)
Location: Rotterdam
Discipline: Piping Design
A leading global engineering company is looking for an experienced Senior Piping Designer to join its Rotterdam office. You’ll be part of a team delivering complex offshore energy projects, with a strong focus on high-quality, safe, and sustainable design solutions.
The Role As a Senior Piping Designer, you will:
Produce high-quality piping designs in line with international codes and industry standards
Use advanced design tools (preference for Aveva experience) to develop accurate, clear deliverables
Work closely with Engineers and other Designers to resolve design issues and maintain design intent
Plan and deliver your own work scope to agreed deadlines
Coordinate with package engineers and review vendor documentation
Lead small design scopes and mentor junior designers where required
Support projects from concept through to detailed designWhat We’re Looking For
5–10 years’ experience in the oil & gas, offshore, or maritime sector
Strong background in FPSO design is highly preferred
Proficiency with Aveva E3D / PDMS essential
Solid understanding of piping layout, modelling, and engineering interfaces
Ability to work independently and collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams
Strong planning, communication, and problem-solving skills
Degree or diploma in Engineering, Design, or similar fieldWhy Apply?
Work on innovative offshore and energy-transition projects
Join a high-performing multicultural design team
Opportunity to take on leadership responsibilities within your discipline
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients