Plumbing Designer

HDR; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 83,412 - 119,160; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid time away

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Plumbing Designer to contribute to the Building Engineering Services Group in Arlington, VA. You will perform engineering tasks under a licensed engineer, producing design drawings and calculations for mechanical systems in commercial and federal facilities.

The role requires a degree in engineering, 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, and proficiency with CAD software. HDR emphasizes employee ownership and a collaborative, inclusive culture in a variety of project

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in engineering or related field or equivalent work experience.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• ASPE CPD credential strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering assignments under supervision of a licensed engineer.
• Design tasks involving evaluation and application of engineering techniques.
• Produce design drawings and construction documents via CAD and other software.
• Prepare design or quantity calculations and specifications/contract documents.
• Coordinate with other disciplines as necessary.
• Handle additional duties as assigned by supervising engineer.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

CAD software experience

Adaptability / employee-owned culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Associate's degree in engineering or related field

ASPE CPD credential (preferred)

Tools

Computer-Aided Design software

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Plumbing Designer, we'll count on you to:

• Perform engineering assignments under the direct supervision of a licensed engineer
• Design tasks involving judgment in evaluating, selecting and applying engineering techniques and procedures
• Production of design drawings and construction documents through the use of computer aided design and other software
• Preparation of design or quantity calculations
• Preparation of specifications and contract documents
• Coordination with other disciplines as necessary
• Other duties as assigned by the supervising engineer

Preferred Qualifications

• ASPE Certified in Plumbing Design (CPD) credential strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• A minimum of 3 years experience in mechanical system design of commercial, institutional, or federal buildings
• Experience with the design of healthcare, laboratory, data center, aerospace, and/or federal/DOD facilities.
• Preference given to candidates currently residing in the Mid-Atlantic (VA/MD/DC) Area

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in engineering or related field of study or equivalent work experience
• A minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in the discipline to be supported
• Aptitude and demonstrated hands-on experience with computer applications specific to the discipline to be supported
• Knowledge of industry standards specific to the discipline being supported
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits. Arlington, VA: $83,412 - $119,160. Glen Allen, VA: $69,510 - $99,300. Primary Location:United States-Virginia-Arlington Other Locations:United States-Virginia-Glen Allen Industry:Building Engineering Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Regular BusinessClass:Building Public-Health-Plumbing Job Posting:Jul 24, 2026)

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Afficitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.