Plumbing Engineer / Designer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; New Jersey; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Plumbing Engineer/Designer to join their innovative team in New Jersey. This role involves leading plumbing design for a variety of complex projects, including hospitals and research facilities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and strong skills in plumbing design and project management. Join a company that values employee engagement and fosters a culture of inclusion, where your contributions will help shape sustainable solutions for the future. If you are passionate about engineering and want to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Master's degree preferred with focus on Mechanical Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead plumbing design for complex projects including hospitals and data centers.
• Mentor designers and ensure project deliverables meet quality standards.

Skills

Plumbing Design

Medical Gas Systems

Laboratory Gas Systems

Engineering Techniques

Project Management

Field Verification

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Architectural Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Trane TRACE

Equipment Selection Software

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

The Building Engineering Services Group (BES) provides mechanical, electrical, plumbing, site civil, structural, and specialty design services for a wide variety of buildings that include public, municipal, private, and Federal project types across the region and globally. With a team of experienced staff in specific market sectors such as Healthcare, Science and Technology, Data Centers, Higher Education, Federal, Transportation, Water, and Resources facilities, we provide engineering excellence for our clients. We have an industry leading focus on sustainable design and energy conservation.

The HDR BES group in New Jersey is looking for a Plumbing Engineer/Designer to join our team.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Plumbing Engineer/Designer, we'll count on you to:

• Support and lead the plumbing, medical gas, and laboratory gas portions of complex projects including hospitals, research facilities, data centers, and other facility types
• Independently evaluate, select, and apply standard and advanced engineering techniques and procedures to make decisions on a broad range of plumbing design issues
• Support and lead design of plumbing systems including domestic cold water, domestic hot water, sanitary drainage and vent systems, storm drainage systems, medical gas, laboratory gas, pumping systems, water treatment, reclaimed water, and natural gas distribution systems
• Take responsibility for drawings and specifications, meeting schedules and budgets, and directing assigned staff
• Meet with clients and contractors
• Interpret engineering data for designers and drafters
• Check the drawings on a continuing basis to ensure accuracy and completeness and oversee deliverables to clients for quality control
• Mentor and develop the skills of designers and drafters
• Monitor the schedule and budgets for projects
• Perform field verification and take-offs of existing systems for renovation projects
• Review and summarize applicable codes for inclusion in the project basis of design, drawings, and specifications
• Coordinate plumbing work with other disciplines and consultants
• Review shop drawings and answer requests for information
• Prepare periodic project status reports for review by the Project Manager and the Department Director
• Assist with writing project specifications as required for the plumbing scope of work
• Visit project sites as requested or as contractually required to monitor construction progress and resolve issues in the field
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architectural Engineering with Mechanical emphasis
• Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Coordinator" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
• Healthcare, Science and Technology and/or Civic facilities experience
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired but not required
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Trane TRACE or similar software, and equipment selection software)
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United States-New Jersey-Pennington

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class: Building Public-Health-Plumbing

Job Posting

Apr 22, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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