Junior Plumbing Engineer

Confidential Recruiting Partners; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Job summary

Confidential Recruiting Partners seeks a Junior Plumbing Engineer (EIT) to assist in planning, design, and construction administration of plumbing systems for a range of projects. This early-career role offers exposure to calculations, documentation, coordination with MEP teams, and field investigations.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in a related field with EIT or the ability to obtain within six months, and familiarity with AutoCAD or Revit is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field.
• Engineering fundamentals and plumbing systems knowledge.
• EIT certification or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Participate in site visits, surveys, and construction inspections.
• Maintain project documentation and assist with project delivery efforts.
• Support quality control reviews and engineering coordination activities.
• Participate in technical training and professional development programs.
• Research and apply applicable plumbing codes and industry standards.
• Prepare and modify construction drawings, specifications, and design documentation.
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural teams throughout project execution.
• Support construction administration activities including submittal reviews, RFIs, and field observations.
• Assist with the design of domestic water, sanitary waste, vent, storm drainage, and specialty plumbing systems.
• Perform engineering calculations including pipe sizing, fixture counts, water demand, drainage system analysis, and equipment selection.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Plumbing fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Our client is seeking a Junior Plumbing Engineer (EIT) to support the planning, design, and construction administration of plumbing systems for commercial, institutional, educational, healthcare, and municipal projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer seeking to develop technical expertise within the MEP industry while working alongside licensed Professional Engineers. The role offers exposure to system design, engineering calculations, construction documentation, project coordination, and field investigations.

No Visa Sponsorship | No Relocation Assistance

Work Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

Responsibilities:

• Participate in site visits, surveys, and construction inspections.
• Maintain project documentation and assist with project delivery efforts.
• Support quality control reviews and engineering coordination activities.
• Participate in technical training and professional development programs.
• Research and apply applicable plumbing codes and industry standards.
• Prepare and modify construction drawings, specifications, and design documentation.
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural teams throughout project execution.
• Support construction administration activities including submittal reviews, RFIs, and field observations.
• Assist with the design of domestic water, sanitary waste, vent, storm drainage, and specialty plumbing systems.
• Perform engineering calculations including pipe sizing, fixture counts, water demand, drainage system analysis, and equipment selection.

Qualifications (Must-Haves)

• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative project environment.
• Understanding of plumbing systems and engineering fundamentals.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Experience supporting engineering design projects within building systems, MEP, or related disciplines.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit.
• 2-5 years of engineering experience.
• MEP consulting engineering experience.
• Knowledge of IPC, UPC, and applicable building codes.
• Experience preparing construction documents and performing engineering calculations.

Benefits & Perks:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Pension Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision