Plumbing Designer II

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. seeks a Plumbing Designer II to translate architectural drawings into usable MEP models and assist in developing design concepts for various facilities.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineers, architects, and designers to ensure accurate layouts, code compliance, and efficient workflows. The ideal candidate has a two-year technical degree with several years of related experience or equivalent professional practice, with proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree in an applicable discipline plus three years applicable experience OR five years applicable experience.
• Capable of reading and interpreting plans from other disciplines (i.e., architectural, structural, civil, plumbing, electrical, mechanical)
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and discipline specific engineering software (i.e., TRACE, HASS, and SKM)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Knowledge of construction terminology
• Knowledge of basic math
• Knowledge of building design specifications
• General knowledge of engineering theories and methodologies
• General knowledge of applicable engineering disciplines

Responsibilities

• Processes drawings from the architect into models for the design team
• Prepares electronic drawings with accuracy using industry software
• Assists in development of design approaches on assigned projects
• Implements design requirements by design team
• Performs system design layout and sizing
• Assists in load calculation and equipment selection
• Identifies design issues and communicates with senior staff
• Attends project update meetings with clients and team
• Coordinates with owners, architects, MEP, and CADD designers
• Performs Navisworks collision changes and reviews plans for defects
• Plans work and manages tasks within man-hour budgets
• Communicates with team and vendors to obtain information on drawings
• Assists with data collection and field verification
• Assists on-site observations during construction and coordinates requirements with contractors
• Organizes drawings into delivery packages and maintains design files
• Keeps discipline informed of details and schedules
• Keeps up with codes and industry trends
• Supports training and mentoring of team members

Skills

Plan interpretation

Reading drawings

Client coordination

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Two-year technical degree in an applicable discipline

3+ years of applicable experience OR 5 years

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

TRACE

HASS

SKM

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Looking for a Plumbing Designer II

A leading comprehensive engineering design and consulting firm, SSR provides innovative solutions for clients with facility and infrastructure challenges. To achieve client needs, SSR has multiple locations across the US. Working with a diverse group of individuals in a variety of markets, our team of experts partner with our clients to deliver advanced solutions that last.

SSR is committed to providing opportunities and benefits to colleagues that promote living fully. Through various competitive benefits and programs available, SSR supports the health, well-being, and personal growth of its employees.

SSR offers benefit options including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a generous contribution to employee-owned Health Savings Account, 401(k) with matching up to the full IRS maximum, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other employee incentives and wellness programs. An annual bonus may be paid to eligible employees based upon organizational and individual performance. SSR is a 2019 A/E/C Building a Better World Award Winner which recognizes our commitment to community outreach and improvement.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Processes drawings received from the architect into models that can be used by the design team
• Prepares electronic drawings with accuracy, neatness, and efficiency using industry software
• Assists in the development of design approaches and concepts on assigned projects with assistance from senior design staff
• Implements design requirements as related by design team
• Performs system design layout and sizing for assigned projects
• Assists in the studies, load calculation, and selection of equipment to fit the project design
• Identifies issues with designs and communicates issues with senior designers and engineers as they arise
• Attends project update meetings with both clients and team members
• Assists the design team in the coordination with external and internal contacts such as owners, architects,
• MEP disciplines, and CADD designers
• Performs collision changes in Navisworks as collisions are identified by the design team
• Visually reviews plans for defects in design work
• Plans work and performs tasks in accordance with the man-hour budget
• Communicates with team members, project managers, other disciplines, and outside vendors to obtain necessary information on drawings
• Assists in data collection and/or field verification
• Assists with on-site observations during construction and coordinates design requirements with contractors and equipment suppliers under the direction of senior design staff
• Assists the design team in the process of putting a set of drawings into an organized package
• Assists with the upkeep of project design and construction files
• Learns to review shop drawings, record changes, and keep all disciplines informed of details and schedules
• Maintains a continued focus on keeping up with code requirements, design software, and other industry trends
• Assists in the training and mentoring of team members

An ideal candidate will possess the following requirements:

• Two-year technical degree in an applicable discipline plus three years applicable experience OR five years applicable experience
• Capable of reading and interpreting plans from other disciplines (i.e., architectural, structural, civil, plumbing, electrical, mechanical)
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and discipline specific engineering software (i.e., TRACE, HASS, and SKM)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Knowledge of construction terminology
• Knowledge of basic math
• Knowledge of building design specifications
• General knowledge of engineering theories and methodologies
• General knowledge of applicable engineering disciplines

SSR is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer

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