Plumbing Engineer

Chris Baily; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Sick pay

401K with match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Education assistance

Job summary

Schnackel Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Plumbing Engineer in New York to design, analyze, and implement plumbing and fire protection systems for diverse building projects.

The role requires preparing drawings and specifications, performing load calculations, and coordinating with other disciplines to meet project goals. The ideal candidate holds an Architectural Engineering degree with a mechanical/plumbing emphasis or a Plumbing Engineering degree, and has 2–3+ years of plumbing design

Qualifications

• Degree in Architectural Engineering with a Mechanical or Plumbing emphasis.
• 2–3+ years of plumbing design experience with an MEP engineering consultant.
• Engineer-in-Training credentials in Plumbing Engineering.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and implement plumbing and fire protection systems for commercial and residential projects.
• Perform load calculations and pipe sizing as required.
• Develop system layouts and prepare detailed drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate with other design disciplines to ensure fully coordinated designs.
• Provide construction administration and respond to RFIs as needed.
• Coordinate with equipment vendors for selection and specification of equipment.

Skills

Plumbing design

Coordination with teams

Communication

Independent working

Education

Architectural Engineering (Mechanical/Plumbing)

Plumbing Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Description Title: Plumbing Engineer

Location: New York (NY)

Company: Schnackel Engineers, Inc.

Overview

The Plumbing Engineer will be responsible for the design, analysis, and implementation of plumbing and fire protection systems for a variety of commercial and residential building projects. Key responsibilities include conducting load calculations, selecting equipment, developing system layouts, preparing detailed drawings and specifications, and coordinating with other engineering disciplines. An understanding of mechanical and plumbing industry standards and building codes is essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the client, the MEP/FP/IT design team, and other consultants and engineers to ensure the design is consistent with the client’s vision, to identify and resolve areas of conflict, to ensure a fully coordinated interdisciplinary design, and to ensure the design schedule is maintained.


• Participate in meetings and conference calls when necessary.


• Use AutoCAD/Revit and other software to create document packages which include plans with appropriate equipment, piping, and construction specifications.


• Perform load calculations, pipe sizing, and any other calculations required to support the plumbing design.


• Coordinate with equipment vendors and manufacturer’s representatives for selection and specification of appropriate equipment.


• Provide construction administration (CA) services, including answering requests for information.

What We Are Looking For

• In possession of an accredited degree in Architectural Engineering with a Mechanical or Plumbing emphasis or a Plumbing Engineering degree.


• 2-3 or more years of plumbing design experience with an MEP engineering consultant.


• In possession of Engineer-in-Training credentials in Plumbing Engineering.


• Good communication and organization skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks.


• Ability to work independently and efficiently upon receiving necessary direction and information.

Why Join Schnackel Engineers

• Be a part of a mid-sized, family-owned company that values quality, efficiency, and clear communication.


• Work on diverse projects across the USA with national-level companies and architectural and engineering bureaus.


• Lead and mentor colleagues with the opportunity to pass along your experience and knowledge of the industry to the next generation.

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive market-level salary


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• PTO days according to the company policy


• Nine paid holidays


• Sick pay


• W-2 employment


• 401K matching contribution offering


• HSA account


• Biweekly salary


• Quarterly bonuses subject to performance of the team


• Education assistance


• Life insurance policy offerings


• Disability insurance


• Additional insurance policies