Plumbing Designer

PTS Advance; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

A reputable MEP consulting team in Houston is looking for an experienced Plumbing Designer / Designer-Engineer. The role involves designing plumbing systems for various projects, preparing detailed construction documents, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of plumbing design experience and proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD. This position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for growth within a stable, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of plumbing design or plumbing engineering experience in MEP consulting.
• Strong knowledge of IPC/UPC, local codes, and industry standards.
• Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD for plumbing system design.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop plumbing systems for various project types.
• Prepare complete plumbing designs including domestic water and fire protection.
• Produce construction documents using Revit and/or AutoCAD.

Skills

Plumbing design

Collaboration with engineers and architects

Construction document preparation

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Location: Houston, TX (Remote/In-Office Options)

We are seeking an experienced Plumbing Designer / Designer-Engineer to join a growing MEP consulting team in the Houston area. This role is ideal for a plumbing professional who enjoys owning design work, collaborating with engineers and architects, and delivering high-quality, constructible plumbing systems across a diverse range of project types.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop plumbing systems for commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, healthcare, education, hospitality, industrial, and municipal projects
• Prepare complete plumbing designs including domestic water, sanitary, storm, natural gas, fire protection, and specialty systems
• Perform fixture counts, demand calculations, pipe sizing, pressure loss calculations, and equipment selection
• Produce construction documents, riser diagrams, schedules, and details using Revit and/or AutoCAD
• Coordinate closely with architectural, structural, civil, and other MEP disciplines to ensure well-integrated and constructible designs
• Support projects through permitting, bidding, and construction, including RFI responses, submittal reviews, and field coordination
• Contribute to complex renovations in occupied facilities while maintaining code compliance and operational continuity
• Collaborate with clients, municipalities, and utility providers to resolve design challenges and meet project schedules and budgets

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of plumbing design or plumbing engineering experience in an MEP consulting or design-build environment
• Strong knowledge of IPC/UPC, local codes, and industry standards
• Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD for plumbing system design
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team
• Strong communication skills and a practical, solutions-oriented mindset

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred
• EIT, PE, or ASPE certifications are a plus
• Equivalent hands-on experience will be strongly considered

Why This Opportunity

• Long-term, stable role with a respected MEP consulting team
• Exposure to high-quality, technically challenging projects
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Growth opportunities for senior designers and designer-engineers
• Collaborative culture that values experience, constructability, and technical expertise