Plumbing Designer II

DBR Engineering Consultants, Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

DBR Engineering Consultants, Inc. in Houston seeks a Plumbing Designer II to lead design work across projects, coordinating with BIM staff and other disciplines. You will develop preliminary calculations, equipment sizing, and cut sheets, delivering construction drawings and specifications on schedule.

The role requires a solid foundation in system design, proficiency in Revit/AutoCAD, and strong communication. A teamwork mindset and ability to manage deadlines are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of system design and applicable design codes.
• Revit and AutoCAD drafting capabilities and reading construction drawings.
• Proficient in office software and BIM drafting tools.
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and check drawings for accuracy.
• Good research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and time management.
• Ability to work in a team and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to project needs.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary designer on a project from kickoff to construction completion.
• Coordinate design aspects with other disciplines and BIM staff.
• Provide schematic design info such as preliminary calculations and equipment sizing.
• Perform calculations using engineering formulas and software for design.
• Research and select equipment; fill out schedules and prepare cut sheets.
• Prepare drawings and sketches for final construction documents.
• Incorporate design concepts from schematic design into development.
• Organize and maintain project files and ensure neat work area.
• Keep Project Manager informed of workload and scope changes.
• Edit specifications and assist in development of drawings.

Skills

System design concepts

Team collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Technical/Associate Degree

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

We’re looking for talented engineers and designers to help us grow.

HIRING A PLUMBING DESIGNER II IN HOUSTON

ACCOUNTABILITY

Perform design duties on all projects while working with other designers and BIM design staff to deliver a quality product on schedule.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Act as the primary designer on a project. Shall include all phases of a project from kick-off to completion of construction.
• Coordinate all design aspects with other disciplines.
• Provide schematic design information to Project Manager or senior-level design staff such as preliminary calculations, design distribution, equipment sizing, and providing cut sheets of all equipment proposed.
• Make calculations using engineering formulas and software for design.
• Research and select equipment based on experience and fill out schedules.
• Prepare drawings and sketches to incorporate into final drawings.
• Research design options and document findings.
• Research code issues and asks code officials questions.
• Assure that drawings and designs are in accordance with company production and design standards.
• Keep Project manager informed of workload and any changes in project scope or additional services.
• Prepare preliminary task list.
• Edit specifications.
• Incorporate design concepts from schematic design into design development and work with project team to produce construction documents.
• Organize and maintain project files. Maintain neat and organized work area, which allows efficient access to information required by other team members.
• Solve engineering problems using experience, judgment and education but is expected to ask for assistance when needed.
• Continue learning process by attending in-house seminars and continuing education opportunities outside of office.
• Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architectural Engineering with 2 years of related work experience or
• Technical/Associate Degree with 3 years of related work experience or
• High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of related work experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• General knowledge of system design and an understanding of applicable design codes.
• Revit and AutoCAD drafting/design experience and knowledge on reading construction drawings.
• Proficient use of computer for design and BIM drafting. Use of computer programs for engineering analysis and equipment selection.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Outlook, Word) or related software.
• Proficient in using office equipment (e.g., computer, copier, etc.).
• Excellent research and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain flexibility with workload and project schedules.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines.
• Ability to interact well with clients and co-workers, in the field and the office.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.