Plumbing Designer

Fanning Howey; Ferndale (MI); On-site; USD 76,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Fanning Howey is seeking a Plumbing Systems Designer to deliver efficient plumbing designs for K-12, higher education, and public sector projects. This role involves collaboration across disciplines to ensure high-quality documentation and compliance with industry standards, contributing to sustainability initiatives.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 4-10+ years of plumbing design experience.
• Familiarity with Building Automation Systems (BAS) is a plus.
• Strong collaboration skills for cross-discipline teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Develop plumbing system designs aligning with project goals.
• Conduct system sizing and load calculations.
• Prepare detailed construction drawings ensuring code compliance.

Skills

Proficiency with Revit

Proficiency with AutoCAD

Knowledge of plumbing design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Certified Plumbing Designer (CPD)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Fanning Howey is seeking a Plumbing Systems Designer to join our integrated Architecture and Engineering team. We’re a nationally recognized leader in architecture and engineering for learning environments, offering a collaborative workplace where innovation and technical quality thrive. This role is essential to delivering efficient, sustainable, and code-compliant plumbing system designs for a variety of K–12, higher education, and public sector projects. You will collaborate across disciplines to produce high-quality design documentation, support construction phases, and contribute to the firm’s technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop plumbing system designs—including domestic water, sanitary, storm, and special systems—aligned with project goals and architectural vision
• Conduct system sizing, perform load calculations, and select appropriate equipment based on client needs, building type, and sustainability targets
• Prepare and coordinate detailed construction drawings using Revit and AutoCAD, ensuring constructability and compliance with codes and standards (ASHRAE, ASPE, IMC, local regulations)
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants throughout design development and construction documentation phases to ensure integrated, holistic system solutions
• Support construction administration by reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs, and conducting site visits to observe installation progress and resolve field issues
• Contribute to LEED or other sustainability-related initiatives by applying energy- and water-efficient design strategies
• Participate in BIM coordination meetings, manage clash detection processes, and ensure model accuracy across disciplines
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, technologies, and code updates, and support knowledge-sharing within the team

Qualifications:

• Associate’s, Technical, Trade School, or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, preferred
• 4–10+ years of plumbing design experience in an A&E or consulting environment
• Certified Plumbing Designer (CPD) credential preferred
• Strong proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with Building Automation Systems (BAS) and general knowledge of fire protection systems is a plus

Additional information:

Please note: This position does not offer sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Fanning Howey is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Strategy/Planning and Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Architecture and Planning

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