Lead Plumbing Mechanical Engineer – Design Leadership & Travel

SHP; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SHP in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead plumbing design on projects from concept through construction documentation and administration. You will develop plumbing system designs, supervise junior staff, and ensure project quality and technical accuracy.

This role is ideal for engineers with several years of A/E consulting experience and readiness to own design leadership and coordination in a highly collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 4-7 years of experience in the A/E/C industry.
• FE preferred; PE licensure in progress or achieved.
• LEED accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design domestic water, sanitary, storm, natural gas, and specialty plumbing systems.
• Serve as a key technical resource for architects, interior designers, and consultants.
• Supervise junior engineering and design staff; review work for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare reports, drawings, calculations, and specifications.
• Ensure code compliance and provide construction-administration support.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to proposal development.

Skills

Revit

Plumbing design fundamentals

Problem-solving

Leadership of workflows

Communication skills

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

FE preferred

PE licensure in progress or achieved

LEED accreditation preferred

Tools

Revit

Job description

SHP in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead plumbing design on projects from concept through construction documentation and administration. You will develop plumbing system designs, supervise junior staff, and ensure project quality and technical accuracy.

This role is ideal for engineers with several years of A/E consulting experience and readiness to own design leadership and coordination in a highly collaborative environment.