Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Plumbing Systems Design Engineer to contribute to a diverse range of building design and engineering initiatives. This opportunity is ideal for a technically skilled professional who enjoys developing innovative solutions, navigating complex design requirements, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality results. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting engineering activities that improve building functionality, system reliability, and overall project performance.
This Role Offers:
- Attractive base salary complemented by an incentive program offering an additional 10% to 15% in annual earnings based on performance.
- Flexible work schedule combining remote responsibilities with opportunities for on-site team engagement.
- Well-rounded benefits package providing healthcare coverage options and a company-supported retirement savings program.
- Company-supported initiatives focused on employee development, overall well-being, and future career opportunities.
Focus:
- Develop practical plumbing system designs that support building functionality, operational requirements, and established engineering standards.
- Produce detailed engineering documentation, including system layouts, technical drawings, design calculations, equipment specifications, and project cost evaluations.
- Evaluate project specifications and site-specific considerations to develop effective engineering solutions that accommodate unique structural and operational needs.
- Incorporate fundamental fire protection requirements into plumbing design efforts, primarily for building upgrades and projects with straightforward technical needs.
- Evaluate construction documents, supplier drawings, technical proposals, and equipment submittals to verify consistency with project expectations.
- Collaborate with engineering teams and project stakeholders to resolve design challenges, review field conditions, and coordinate technical deliverables.
- Maintain project schedules, monitor design accuracy, and identify opportunities to improve engineering processes, documentation quality, and overall project outcomes.
Skill Set:
- Proven capabilities in building systems engineering, developed through applicable industry experience, formal education, or equivalent technical training.
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline from a recognized accredited institution is desirable, although candidates with equivalent technical qualifications and practical experience will also be considered.
- Strong understanding of plumbing engineering principles, with the ability to evaluate technical requirements and independently determine appropriate design methods.
- Working knowledge of digital design technologies and technical software used to support the planning and development of plumbing infrastructure.
- Proficiency in developing and reviewing engineering documentation, including design plans, technical assessments, equipment requirements, construction specifications, and budget projections.
- General understanding of fire safety systems, with experience assessing building system designs, contractor submissions, equipment information, and related project documentation.
- Candidates should hold an FE credential and be actively pursuing PE licensure or CPD certification, with completion of the applicable qualification required within two years of entering this role level.