Junior Plumbing Designer — Revit & AutoCAD | Growth Path

Salas O'Brien, Inc.; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Wellness programs and EAP

Job summary

Salas O’Brien, Inc. in Vista, CA is seeking a Plumbing Designer to support planning, design, and production of plumbing systems for diverse building projects.

You will develop design documents using Revit and AutoCAD under supervision, ensuring compliance with codes and client requirements. The role requires 2–3 years of plumbing design experience, familiarity with California Plumbing Code, and strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in plumbing design for commercial, institutional, healthcare, multifamily, or similar building projects.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with BIM coordination processes preferred.
• EIT certification or progress toward EIT is a plus.
• Experience with California projects and code requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare plumbing system layouts and construction documents for various building types.
• Assist with the design of domestic water, sanitary waste and vent, storm drainage, natural gas, and specialty plumbing systems.
• Perform engineering calculations related to fixture counts, pipe sizing, storm drainage, and equipment selection.
• Assist in the selection and specification of plumbing equipment, including water heaters, booster pumps, sump pumps, and sewage ejectors.
• Develop and maintain Revit models and coordinate with architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines.
• Research and apply applicable California Plumbing Code, local jurisdiction requirements, and industry standards.
• Participate in site surveys and field investigations to verify existing conditions.
• Support construction administration activities, including review of submittals, RFIs, and construction questions.
• Collaborate with project teams to meet project schedules, budgets, and quality expectations.
• Assist with preparing technical reports, specifications, and design documentation.

Skills

Revit MEP

AutoCAD

California Plumbing Code

Plumbing design principles

BIM coordination

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Technical certification

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Architectural Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Salas O’Brien, Inc. in Vista, CA is seeking a Plumbing Designer to support planning, design, and production of plumbing systems for diverse building projects.

You will develop design documents using Revit and AutoCAD under supervision, ensuring compliance with codes and client requirements. The role requires 2–3 years of plumbing design experience, familiarity with California Plumbing Code, and strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.