Lead Plumbing Systems Design Engineer

DiPietro Recruiting & Consulting; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Philadelphia to design and develop plumbing systems. The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and have over 3 years of experience in plumbing system design. Responsibilities include performing hydraulic calculations, preparing construction documents, and working collaboratively with various engineering disciplines. A PE license and proficiency in Autodesk Revit are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in Mechanical Engineering with plumbing system design projects.
• FE / EIT credential required.
• PE license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop plumbing systems.
• Prepare construction documents.
• Conduct site visits and inspections.

Skills

Hydraulic calculations

Pipe sizing

CADD

BIM

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Job description

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

• Design and develop plumbing systems (including domestic water, sanitary, stormwater, natural gas, and specialty piping systems).
• Perform hydraulic calculations, pipe sizing, equipment selection, and layout design in accordance with local codes and standards (e.g.: IPC, ASPE, & NFPA).
• Prepare construction documents (including drawings, specifications, and schedules).
• Collaborate with Architects, Structural Engineers, and other disciplines to ensure seamless project coordination.
• Conduct site visits, inspections, and assessments to verify compliance with design intent & code requirements.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, proposals, and engineering studies.
• Review shop drawings and submittals for adherence to design specifications.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate effectively with clients & stakeholders.
• Provide mentorship to Junior Engineers and Designers.
• Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed.

Basic Requirement:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering (or a related technical discipline).
• 3+ years of professional experience in Mechanical Engineering (preferably with plumbing system design projects).
• FE / EIT credential.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PE license is preferred.
• Experience working with a variety of projects (preferably with commercial, institutional, and industrial projects).
• Advanced proficiency with engineering tools (e.g.: CADD, BIM, etc.); expertise with Autodesk Revit is strongly preferred.
• Expertise with relevant codes & standards (including IPC, UPC, NFPA 13, NFPA 14, NFPA 99, and ASHRAE).
• Advanced knowledge of plumbing system design principles, hydraulic calculations, and piping layout best practices.
• Proven ability to conduct site surveys and field inspections in an effective manner.
• Experience with fire protection engineering is a plus!
• Membership in relevant professional organizations (such as ASPE [American Society of Plumbing Engineers]) is a plus!
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; this person is expected to be detail-oriented!
• Proven ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment (with internal & external clients) while demonstrating dependability and a positive attitude!
• Proven ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills, especially with a proven ability to work in an energetic and challenging work environment on a variety of projects; this person will be expected to demonstrate a self-motivated manner while effectively multi-tasking and prioritizing multiple assignments.