Plumbing Engineer

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:

The following job description is a general summary of responsibilities typically performed 

in this position. It is not all-inclusive and is not an employment contract. Our employees are expected to perform responsibilities as assigned by 

management.

– Project team leadership and management, responsible for completing the 

project on time within budget

– Responsible for the preparation of deliverable documents including narratives, 

calculations, drawings and specifications

– Attend client meetings, lead the coordination effort between external and 

internal project teams

– Independently evaluate and apply engineering judgment, techniques, and 

procedures to complete a project from concepts through construction

– Proficient in mechanical and plumbing system design 

– Assemble effective project teams 

– Develop project workplans, tasks and assignments for the team

– Thorough understanding of interdisciplinary coordination 

– Advanced understanding of the application of building codes and plumbing 

industry standards

– Oversee plumbing design calculations and equipment selection

– Perform site visits and issues reports

– Provide training, guidance and mentorship for staff 

– Provide updates to master specifications and standards, and improve company 

processes

– Develop client relationships

– Determine fire protection and plumbing system requirements for various 

building types

– Oversee the application of the project quality management plan (QMP)

– May be responsible as a Project Manager or the Engineer of Record (EOR) with 

approval 

– Perform other duties as assigned 

KEY COMPETENCIES & SKILLS:

– Inspire and motivate staff

– Serve as a technical resource for the company

– Advanced understanding of plumbing design concepts, code knowledge, and able 

to effectively communicate design options

– Strong delegation skills

– Attention to detail and advanced organizational skills

– Microsoft Office Suite 

– Knowledge of applicable plumbing codes and standards including: UPC, IPC, NFPA 

and IBC

– Revit/AutoCAD

QUALIFICATIONS:

– Bachelor’s Degree for discipline work or equivalent experience

– Relevant professional credential (i.e., PE, CPD)

– Requires a minimum of 1-3 years Plumbing 4, or 6-10 years’ related work 

experience

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This job operates in a professional hybrid office environment. This role routinely uses 

standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met 

by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable 

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the 

essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to remain in a 

stationery position for prolonged periods; perform repetitive task such as using hands 

to type, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. 

Communicate regularly throughout the day in-person or via email, messages and 

phone calls. Must be able to travel to various project related and/or our locations.

If you require an accommodation to perform any of the essential duties listed above, 

please contact HR to discuss potential modifications or assistance that can be provided