Plumbing Designer II

DBR Engineering Consultants, Inc.; San Antonio, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DBR Engineering Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Plumbing Designer II in San Antonio to lead design efforts on projects from kickoff through construction.

You will coordinate with engineers and BIM staff to deliver quality documents on schedule and ensure compliance with codes and company standards. The role requires hands-on drafting in Revit/AutoCAD, familiarity with equipment sizing and schedules, and strong communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary designer on a project from kick-off to completion of construction.
• Coordinate all design aspects with other disciplines.
• Prepare drawings and sketches for final construction documents and equipment schedules.
• Incorporate design concepts from schematic design into design development and construction documents.
• Maintain organized project files and meet project deadlines.

Skills

Revit drafting

AutoCAD drafting

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Deadline oriented

Client interaction

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Technical/Associate Degree with 3 years related experience

High School Diploma/GED with 4 years related experience

Tools

BIM software

Job description

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

HIRING A PLUMBING DESIGNER II IN SAN ANTONIO

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.