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Dennis Group

Process Piping Designer

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Dennis Group

Design-build firm specializing in food & beverage processing facilities from planning to startup

Design process and utility piping systems for food & beverage facilities using 2D/3D CAD.
11 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Springfield, MA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
750 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Design
Technical Services
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Food & Beverage
Bakery
Cold Storage
Role

Description

3d modeling
clash detection
cad standards
bid packages
site visits
coordination
  • Coordinate and distribute project workload to team members
  • Researching processing piping design best practices
  • Gather and organize information for developing design drawings; visit client sites as needed to understand existing equipment arrangements and piping systems.
  • Take vendor information and accurately depict it on PM drawings
  • Develop general 2D & 3D drafting and updating of drawings per “red line” mark-ups
  • Create 3D piping models
  • Prepare general arrangements, plans, elevations, isometrics and details for use in bid packaging and construction.
  • Contributes to developing DG CAD standards
  • Create 3D equipment arrangement drawings
  • Create multilevel equipment arrangements drawings
  • Create “SMART” PIDs
  • Assist construction managers with coordination issues in the field.
  • Execute 3D model reviews with client using Navisworks.
  • Modification of existing equipment layout drawings as directed by PM or Sr Designer
  • Participate in project team meetings with client
  • Act as project design coordinator (clash detection, coordination with other disciplines and design firms to create coordinated model)
  • Set up drawings (sheets to transfer project information to contractors
  • Create simple AutoCAD based PIDs
  • Work onsite directly with contractors, DG construction and engineering teams
  • Produce drawings for bid packages
  • Oversee all aspects and details of process and utility piping.

Requirements

autocad
cadworx
revit
associate degree
food beverage
pid interpretation
  • Familiarity with XREFS and basic drawing setup
  • Work experience in piping and equipment layout for food and beverage processing facilities or similar production facilities.
  • Ability to plot drawings and create *.pdf format files
  • Perform basic CAD design work
  • Work experience in AutoCAD
  • Piping and Instrumentation Drawing – Understanding of and ability to create, must be able to create piping drawings from PIDs and equipment arrangements.
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Communication Skills - Work with the architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical and control disciplines in the overall design coordination.
  • Ability to interpret PIDs and transpose that information into a piping layout.
  • Travel to client construction sites will be required of this position, not less than 20% of the year.
  • Experience with design of Food and Beverage processes a plus
  • Work experience in 3D experience using CADWorx, Plant3D or similar programs, Revit piping experience.
  • Associate Degree is required. A bachelor’s degree in an engineering-related filed is preferred.
  • Up to 20% travel required to visit project site and other offices.
  • Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.

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Company

Overview

Founded in 1987
Year Established
Began operations in a Springfield, MA attic and has since grown into a global leader.
750 Professionals
Global Team Size
The team spans multiple continents and handles large-scale projects.
$1.3B Annual Volume
Project Value Range
Total value of projects completed annually across various regions.
$1M-$1B Builds
Project Size Range
Facility build costs range from modest to extremely large-scale.
  • A global design-build specialist focusing solely on food and beverage processing facilities.
  • Offers end-to-end services from feasibility studies to construction startup.
  • High-profile clients include Keurig Dr Pepper, SunOpta, Meati Foods, and Smucker.
  • Known for innovative plant designs such as vertical-farming salad facilities and fermentation plants for alternative proteins.
  • Ranked the top food & beverage design firm nine years straight by Engineering News-Record.

Culture + Values

  • Be Responsible and Trustworthy: Let honesty and fairness guide your actions.
  • Prioritize Safety: On site or in the office, safety is a key responsibility.
  • Thrive as a Community: When we help and include each other, we all flourish.
  • Deliver Value: Be thoughtful, efficient, and innovative to provide the best possible value.
  • Build Lasting Relationships: Relationships are the glue that holds Dennis Group together.
  • Be Agile: Respond rapidly by keeping an open, solution‑focused mind.

Environment + Sustainability

500,000 Gal
Rainwater Reuse
Rainwater reuse system collects and recirculates water for sustainable use in facilities.
100% Renewable Electricity
Energy Transition
Example project achieved 100% renewable electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
34% Emissions Reduction
Carbon Efficiency
Zero-waste-to-landfill plant reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 34%, powered entirely by renewables.
130 Tons/Day
Food Waste Recycling
Anaerobic digester processes food waste, generating biogas for energy and reducing landfill waste.
  • Commitment to “Triple Bottom Line”: economic prosperity, environmental stewardship, social responsibility in all projects.
  • Member of U.S. Green Building Council with full‑time director of sustainability and LEED‑accredited staff on board.
  • Projects include LEED‑certified facilities (Silver, Gold) with features like rainwater reuse and low‑VOC materials.
  • Energy audits, carbon‑reduction master planning, GHG emissions reporting, and rebate‑qualified efficiency upgrades are core services.

Inclusion & Diversity

3.8/5 Rating
Diversity & Inclusion Score
The company has a Glassdoor Diversity & Inclusion rating of 3.8/5 based on employee reviews.
4.0★ Asian
Employee Demographic Score
Asian employees contributed an average rating of 4.0 stars out of 5 based on 8 reviews.
4.2★ White
Employee Demographic Score
White employees contributed an average rating of 4.2 stars out of 5 based on 15 reviews.
3.9★ LGBTQ+
Employee Demographic Score
LGBTQ+ employees contributed an average rating of 3.9 stars out of 5 based on 21 reviews.
  • An Employee Resource Group empowers women and allies through networking and leadership development.
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