Plumbing Engineer, Senior

Vestal Corporation; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and comprehensive?

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Support for continuing education and 2

Job summary

Vestal Corporation in Missouri seeks a Plumbing Engineer to lead the plumbing scope from concept through construction, ensuring schedules, budgets, quality, and client expectations while mentoring junior staff. Responsibilities include developing conceptual designs, reviewing shop drawings and RFIs, applying code requirements, and collaborating with project managers, engineers, and field teams.

Requirements include 10+ years of plumbing design, a PE license preferred, Revit proficiency, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field; food/beverage sector a plus.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• 10+ years of plumbing design experience and engineering.
• Proficiency with Revit preferred, and hydraulic calculation tools.
• Experience with SCRUM and Lean Design/Construction preferred.
• Strong knowledge of engineering handbooks, codes, and standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, collaboration, organizational, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual plumbing designs from verbal direction, sketches, or models; incorporate standard notes and details into construction documents.
• Take ownership of plumbing scope, ensuring accuracy, schedule adherence, budget compliance, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and construction professionals to deliver integrated, client-focused solutions.
• Participate in all project phases: conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documentation.
• Review and approve shop drawings, material submittals, and RFIs.
• Provide technical guidance, quality assurance, and mentorship to junior engineers/designers.
• Assist in maintaining plumbing design standards and company-wide quality control.
• Support project managers in client meetings, presentations, and proposal development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Tools

Revit

Hydraulic calculation tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Plumbing Engineer is responsible for leading the plumbing scope of projects from concept through construction. This role ensures that designs meet schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations while supporting company standards and mentoring junior staff.

JOB DUTIES:

• Develop conceptual plumbing designs from verbal direction, sketches, or models; incorporate standard notes and details into construction documents.
• Take ownership of plumbing scope, ensuring accuracy, schedule adherence, budget compliance, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and construction professionals to deliver integrated, client-focused solutions.
• Participate in all project phases: conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction documentation.

• Perform site surveys, inspections, and evaluations of existing conditions.
• Apply working knowledge of relevant building codes and standards (IPC, ASPE, EPA, NFPA, OSHA, IAPMO, FDA and USDA sanitary design guidelines, 3-A Sanitary Standards for equipment and piping, etc.) in design development.
• Prepare plumbing engineering drawings, specifications, and technical details.
• Incorporate hygienic design principles, including stainless steel piping, air gaps, indirect waste, and CIP/SIP systems, when needed.
• Review and approve shop drawings, material submittals, and RFIs.
• Provide technical guidance, quality assurance, and mentorship to junior engineers/designers.
• Assist in maintaining plumbing design standards and company-wide quality control.
• Adhere to company quality control and project management procedures.
• Support project managers in client meetings, presentations, and proposal development.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Primarily office-based with occasional exposure to construction sites (dust, fumes, noise, hazardous materials, and varying weather conditions).
• Compliance with company safety policies and PPE requirements is mandatory.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Regularly required to walk, stand, use hands/fingers, handle tools, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, and hear.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 10 lbs. on a regular basis.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field with experience in food and beverage sector a plus.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• 10+ years of plumbing design experience and engineering.
• Proficiency with Revit preferred, and hydraulic calculation tools.
• Experience with SCRUM and Lean Design/Construction preferred.
• Strong knowledge of engineering handbooks, codes, and standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, collaboration, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to travel occasionally (domestic and international); valid passport required or ability to obtain.
• Commitment to upholding company core values and fostering positive professional relationships.

• Familiarity with fire protection design (a plus).

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Collaborative work environment with exposure to diverse, complex projects.
• Support for continuing education and licensure.