Plumbing Engineer

Unclassified; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Unclassified in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a Plumbing Engineer with expertise in plumbing system design, construction documents, and CAD/BIM drafting for commercial, healthcare, institutional, and industrial projects.

You will develop detailed drawings, coordinate BIM models with multiple disciplines, perform pipe sizing and water distribution calculations, and support permitting and field coordination.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience preparing plumbing drawings in an MEP consulting environment.
• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit MEP.
• Experience developing BIM models and coordinating multidisciplinary building systems.
• Strong knowledge of IPC, UPC, NFPA, International Building Code, local plumbing codes.
• Experience designing domestic water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, vent, natural gas, and specialty plumbing systems.
• Ability to interpret architectural, structural, and mechanical drawings while coordinating complex engineering projects.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple project deadlines.
• Knowledge of Bluebeam, Navisworks, and Microsoft Office is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed plumbing design drawings and construction documents using AutoCAD and Revit for commercial, institutional, healthcare, and industrial facilities.
• Produce coordinated plumbing layouts, piping plans, riser diagrams, isometrics, schedules, and equipment details that support efficient project execution.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, structural, architectural, and fire protection teams to deliver fully coordinated BIM models and construction packages.
• Perform plumbing system calculations, fixture unit analysis, pipe sizing, water distribution, sanitary, storm drainage, natural gas, and specialty piping designs in accordance with applicable building codes.
• Incorporate client comments, internal quality reviews, and engineering revisions while maintaining project schedules and documentation standards.
• Support permitting and construction administration by responding to RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and assisting with field coordination.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

BIM coordination

Plumbing design

Tools

Bluebeam

Navisworks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client, a prominent MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) and Fire Protection Engineering consulting firm, is seeking a detail-oriented Plumbing Engineer with expertise in plumbing system design, construction documentation, and CAD/BIM drafting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in preparing accurate plumbing engineering drawings for commercial, healthcare, institutional, industrial, and mixed-use projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed plumbing design drawings and construction documents using AutoCAD and Revit for commercial, institutional, healthcare, and industrial facilities.
• Produce coordinated plumbing layouts, piping plans, riser diagrams, isometrics, schedules, and equipment details that support efficient project execution.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, structural, architectural, and fire protection teams to deliver fully coordinated BIM models and construction packages.
• Perform plumbing system calculations, fixture unit analysis, pipe sizing, water distribution, sanitary, storm drainage, natural gas, and specialty piping designs in accordance with applicable building codes.
• Incorporate client comments, internal quality reviews, and engineering revisions while maintaining project schedules and documentation standards.
• Support permitting and construction administration by responding to RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and assisting with field coordination.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience preparing plumbing engineering drawings within an MEP consulting environment.
• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit MEP.
• Experience developing BIM models and coordinating multidisciplinary building systems.
• Strong understanding of IPC, UPC, NFPA, International Building Code, local plumbing codes, and applicable engineering standards.
• Experience designing domestic water, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, vent, natural gas, and specialty plumbing systems.
• Ability to interpret architectural, structural, and mechanical drawings while coordinating complex engineering projects.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple project deadlines.
• Knowledge of Bluebeam, Navisworks, and Microsoft Office is highly desirable.

Location

Brooklyn, NY

Salary

$200K