Plumbing Project Engineer

Farnsworth Group, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short & Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Hybrid Work Program

Job summary

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is looking for a Plumbing Project Engineer to lead plumbing design for various building projects including commercial and healthcare facilities. The role necessitates advanced plumbing design skills and effective project management, client communication, and mentoring of junior staff.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering and a Professional Engineering License. With 8-12+ years of experience, proficiency in Revit and understanding of plumbing codes are essential.

The position offers a hybrid work model and a range of benefits including a 401(k) plan and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• 8-12+ years of plumbing design experience in consulting engineering.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing codes and design practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead plumbing system design for various building projects.
• Develop detailed specifications and drawings for plumbing systems.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to support project delivery.
• Manage project scope, budget, and schedule requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to quality control.

Skills

Plumbing design

Project management

Client communication

Mentoring

Revit proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering

Professional Engineering License (PE)

Tools

Revit

Job description

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Plumbing Project Engineer to serve as a technical lead and project driver for plumbing design assignments across a range of building systems projects. This role combines advanced plumbing design responsibility with project coordination, client communication, and mentoring of junior staff.

Posting Locations: Normal, IL; Peoria, IL; Springfield, IL; Lisle, IL; Dallas, TX; St. Louis, MO; Colorado Springs, CO; Denver, CO; Phoenix, AZ

What You’ll Do

• Lead plumbing system design for commercial, institutional, healthcare, and other building projects from concept through construction administration.
• Develop calculations, specifications, drawings, and details for domestic water, sanitary waste and vent, storm drainage, and specialty plumbing systems.
• Coordinate plumbing design with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection disciplines to support integrated project delivery.
• Serve as a technical resource for clients, project teams, and internal staff throughout all phases of the project.
• Review project scope, budget, and schedule requirements and help manage deliverables to meet client expectations.
• Perform field observations, existing conditions evaluations, and construction administration services as needed.
• Mentor and support junior engineers and designers while contributing to quality control and technical development.
• Participate in project meetings, client presentations, and business development pursuits as appropriate.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Professional Engineering License (PE) or Certified Plumbing Designer (CPD) required.
• Typically, 8-12+ years of plumbing design experience in the consulting engineering or A/E industry.
• Demonstrated experience leading plumbing design efforts on multi-discipline building projects.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing codes, standards, and common design practices for commercial building systems.
• Proficiency with Revit and other industry-standard design and coordination tools.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively across project teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client‑focused mindset. Experience supporting proposal efforts, scoping, and project planning a plus.
• Experience reviewing work for quality, completeness, and constructability.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with healthcare, educational, commercial, government, industrial or other complex building environments.
• Familiarity with sustainable design strategies and high-performance building systems.
• Previous mentoring or team leadership experience.
• Medical Gas design experience and ASSE 0560 Medical Gas Systems Designer certification.

Benefits

• 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Professional Development and Training
• Mentoring Program
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Pet Insurance Plan
• Hybrid Work Program

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.

Statement on Diversity and Inclusion:

Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.