Entry Level Plumbing and Fire Protection Designer

Salas O'Brien; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 68,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness programs

Professional development support

Job summary

Salas O’Brien is seeking an Entry-Level Plumbing and Fire Protection Designer to join our Philadelphia team. You will assist in designing plumbing, fire protection, medical, and lab gas systems under supervision, gaining hands-on experience across project phases.

The role emphasizes growth, mentorship, and collaboration with senior designers and engineers, using industry-standard software to deliver accurate, coordinated designs on time.

Qualifications

• BS Mechanical Engineering or related degree required or preferred.
• 0–3 years of experience preferred.
• Experience with CAD, Revit, and Bluebeam Revu is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement designs as directed by senior designers and engineers.
• Collaborate with technical staff to design and detail new systems, ensuring accuracy, coordination, and adherence to quality assurance measures.
• Participate in on-site observations, information gathering, and interactions with clients and contractors during both the design and construction phases.
• Design plumbing, fire protection, medical, and laboratory gas systems following written and verbal directions from senior designers or engineers.
• Coordinate designs with other disciplines to ensure constructability and maintainability of engineered systems.

Education

BS Mechanical Engineering or related Science/Engineering Degree

Tools

CAD

Revit

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Entry-Level Plumbing and Fire Protection Designer

At Salas O'Brien, we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That's why we're committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career- and they'll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us

Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm dedicated to making a positive impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We recognize that tomorrow's requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are committed to designing lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is complemented by an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary

The Entry-Level Plumbing and Fire Protection Designer will support all phases of a project from inception to completion of construction. This role is designed to foster growth and nurture design talents, providing a solid foundation for a successful career in engineering. Reporting to a Team Lead and Project Manager, you will collaborate with senior designers and engineers to perform design tasks at all stages of design and construction.

In This Role, You Will

• Implement designs as directed by senior designers and engineers.
• Collaborate with technical staff to design and detail new systems, ensuring accuracy, coordination, and adherence to quality assurance measures.
• Participate in on-site observations, information gathering, and interactions with clients and contractors during both the design and construction phases.
• Design plumbing, fire protection, medical, and laboratory gas systems following written and verbal directions from senior designers or engineers.
• Coordinate designs with other disciplines to ensure constructability and maintainability of engineered systems.

You will receive comprehensive training and mentorship to help you grow your skills and advance your career. Our collaborative work environment and supportive team culture will provide you with the resources and opportunities to succeed. You will also have the chance to work with industry-leading software and tools, contributing to impactful projects that align with our company's mission of achieving sustainable and innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• BS Mechanical Engineering or related Science/Engineering Degree, preferred.
• 0 to 3 years of experience.
• Experience with CAD, Revit, Bluebeam Revu software is highly preferred.

Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrates a high standard of professionalism and client focus/customer service.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Resourceful and flexible.
• Effective at handling multiple tasks.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work collaboratively with multiple team members.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Valid/Unrestricted driver license in your state of residency.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Active/Interim or ability to obtain Secret Security Clearance.

Travel

Up to 25%

Compensation & Benefits

The expected base salary range for this role is $68k-74k USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

Benefits

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.