Plumbing Engineer

Jobot; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

PTO accrual

Paid holidays annually

Competitive salaries

Life, health, dental & vision coverage

401(k) plan

Career growth

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Plumbing Engineer with 6+ years of experience for a mid-size architecture firm focused on healthcare, federal, civic and education projects in Kansas City. The role offers a salary range of $120,000–$140,000 and requires FE certification with potential PE licensure.

You will lead plumbing design and calculations, prepare construction documents, coordinate with other disciplines, review shop drawings, and support project teams from design through construction administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architectural or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• FE exam required; PE license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and quality control for plumbing systems on assigned projects.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure cohesive designs.
• Produce construction documents for healthcare, higher education, and commercial buildings.
• Review shop drawings and assist QA reviews.

Education

ABET-accredited degree in Architectural or Mechanical Engineering

FE certification

Job description

Job details

Mid-size established architecture firm with a focus in healthcare, federal, civic and education projects looking for a Plumbing Engineer with 6+ years of experience.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Henry Chung

Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us

We are looking for a Plumbing Engineer to support project teams in preparing plumbing system construction documents for healthcare, higher education, and commercial building projects. The Plumbing Engineer will collaborate with the project team throughout the design and construction phases, ensuring plumbing plans align with budget constraints, other design disciplines, and client requirements.

Additional responsibilities include staying current with engineering trends, participating in professional development events, and maintaining connections with local industry professionals. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail and a passion for organization.

Why join us

• Flexible work hours
• Generous PTO accrual rate
• Paid holidays annually
• Competitive salaries
• Life, health, dental & vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Career growth

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical design and quality control for assigned projects, including plumbing system calculations and layouts.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to ensure cohesive designs.
• Apply and uphold best practices in engineering methods.
• Produce construction documents for new buildings, renovations, and additions to existing facilities.
• Handle construction administration tasks, including site visits and shop drawing reviews as required by the project.
• Identify and implement strategies to improve cost-efficiency.
• Develop comprehensive project specifications.
• Update and correct drawings based on quality assurance feedback.
• Assist the director with quality assurance reviews.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Architectural or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 6+ years of experience in the engineering field with a strong understanding of plumbing systems; medical gas experience preferred.
• Experience designing systems for healthcare, higher education, or commercial buildings.
• Knowledge of current plumbing and energy codes.
• Project management experience is a plus but not required.

Certifications & Licenses

• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam required.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred, but not required.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to use an insured personal vehicle for work-related travel.

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