Plumbing Engineer I

CRB; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CRB in Irvine, CA is seeking an entry-level Plumbing Engineer to support the design of sanitary waste drainage, venting, storm water and plumbing services for world-class facilities. The role operates under supervision of the Engineer-of-Record and Lead Plumbing Engineer, contributing to projects in the life sciences and food & beverage sectors.

Responsibilities include drainage calculations, CAD drafting, code-compliant design, and coordination with other disciplines.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in mechanical or architectural engineering.
• 0–3 years of design firm experience.
• FE exam registration or completion preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drainage and fixture calculations, utility assessments, design reports, code evaluations, drainage and service plans, schedules, installation details, specifications and coordination with manufacturers and trade partners.
• Utilize CAD software for drafting plumbing layouts.
• Support basic design and layout of plumbing systems in conformance with code requirements and coordinate with other disciplines.
• Assist in preparing deliverables across all design stages (studies to construction administration).
• Conduct basic field investigations to integrate design with existing conditions.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers and designers to ensure a coordinated, constructible design.

Skills

Basic plumbing design

Engineering calculations

Client coordination

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Field surveying

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or Architectural Engineering with Mechanical Option)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

At CRB, we design and build some of the most powerful facilities in the world — those that change people's lives. We are the leading provider of sustainable Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, ourpeopleand our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge,creativityand execution.

At CRB, we design and build some of the most powerful facilities in the world — those that change people's lives. We are the leading provider of sustainable Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our employees provide best-in-class solutions that drive success and positive change for our clients, ourpeopleand our communities. CRB is a privately held company with a rich history of serving clients throughout the world, consistently striving for the highest standard of technical knowledge,creativityand execution.

Job Description

The Plumbing Engineer is an entry-level position and performs their job functions under the direct supervision of a project’s Engineer-of-Record and/or Lead Plumbing Engineer. Plumbing engineering focuses on the design and engineering of sanitary waste drainage and vent, storm water, plumbing services and other building support systems into the built work environment.

Responsibilities

• Drainage and fixture calculations, utility assessments, design reports, code evaluations, drainage and service plans, schedules, installation details, specifications and coordination with manufacturers and trade partners
• Utilize computer aided drafting and engineering software.
• Support the basic design and lay‑out of plumbing systems in conformance with code requirements and will help coordinate the design with other disciplines
• Assist in the preparation of deliverables and specific project work may include all levels of design such as studies, conceptual and schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration
• Conducts basic field investigations to integrate the design with existing systems and structures
• Work closely with other architects, engineers, and designers, as well as other internal and external team members to ensure a coordinated, constructible, and complete design
• Works on matters of fundamental and basic complexity in a support role under the direction of more experienced engineers and designers

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (alternatively, a Bachelor’s in Architectural
• Engineering with Mechanical Option)
• 0 to 3 years of experience, preferably in a design firm setting
• Fundamentals of Engineering Exam registration or completion preferred

Additional Qualifications

• Proficiency AutoCAD and Revit preferred
• LEED, WELL, or other sustainable design accreditation or pursuit preferred
• Fundamental experience with performing engineering calculations, and developing and implementing of plumbing sanitary waste drainage, venting, storm water and service piping systems designs required
• Fundamental experience with the plumbing code, generically stated preferredAbility to interface with client and external partners required
• Fundamental experience conducting field surveys of existing conditions and support of field reporting required
• Proficient with fundamental internal cross-discipline project team coordination preferred
• Proficient at fundamental discipline design calculations under the supervision of an engineer required

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

CRB is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Employment is contingent on background screening.

CRB does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of CRB without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of CRB. Please, no phone calls or emails.

CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs.

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