Plumbing Design Engineer: Projects & Codes

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SSR is seeking a Plumbing Engineer to begin designs under EOR supervision, developing concepts and performing analyses with industry software. You will oversee drawings, ensure accuracy, and coordinate with authorities to meet codes and budget targets.

Responsibilities include attending meetings, reviewing submittals, and mentoring designers while staying current with industry trends. This role focuses on the design and coordination of plumbing systems within diverse projects and sites.

Qualifications

• Begins assuming responsibility for project designs under supervision of the EOR.
• Develops design approaches and concepts for projects with input from the EOR.
• Performs engineering studies and analyses using industry software.
• Oversees preparation of drawings, ensuring accuracy and neatness of work.
• Evaluates the work of design colleagues and provides feedback or corrections.
• Attends meetings with owners, clients, or architects as needed.
• Coordinates with local authorities, utilities, and municipalities to incorporate code and government requirements.
• Assists with the development of the overall man-hour budget and develops work plans for the discipline.
• Provides input on project schedules; plans work according to the schedule.
• Responsible for performing studies, load calculations, and selection of equipment appropriate to the project design.
• Coordinates equipment and design space with architect and other disciplines.
• Attends in-house project meetings and design meetings.
• Reviews work for technical accuracy and QA/QC.
• Communicates design requirements to contractors and suppliers during bid or construction phases.
• Conducts site visits to monitor progress and observe installations.
• Reviews shop drawings and submittals.
• Maintains detailed records of communications with clients and vendors.
• Assists in training and mentoring of designers and EITs.
• Keeps up with industry trends through ongoing self-education and training.
• May assist the Project Manager with some project duties.

Responsibilities

• Performs design analyses and develops concepts under EOR oversight.
• Oversees preparation of drawings and checks for accuracy.
• Coordinates with authorities, utilities, and municipalities for codes.
• Maintains man-hour budgets and schedules for the discipline.
• Reviews shop drawings and submittals.
• Provides input on project schedules and budgets.
• Assists in training and mentoring designers and EITs.
• Keeps up with industry trends through continued self-education.

Skills

Project design

Code compliance

Coordination with authorities

Team mentoring

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

SSR is seeking a Plumbing Engineer to begin designs under EOR supervision, developing concepts and performing analyses with industry software. You will oversee drawings, ensure accuracy, and coordinate with authorities to meet codes and budget targets.

Responsibilities include attending meetings, reviewing submittals, and mentoring designers while staying current with industry trends. This role focuses on the design and coordination of plumbing systems within diverse projects and sites.