Plumbing Systems Engineer – Design, BIM & Compliance

DPR Construction; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a Mechanical Engineer – Plumbing to design, analyze, and develop plumbing systems for commercial and institutional facilities. You will prepare drawings, calculations, and documentation while applying IPC, UPC, NFPA codes, and industry best practices.

You will collaborate with architects and engineers, support construction administration, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to continuous improvement and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 4+ years of experience designing plumbing systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Strong knowledge of IPC, UPC, NFPA standards, and local codes.
• Proficiency with CAD and BIM platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop plumbing drawings, specifications, calculations, hydraulic analyses, and technical documentation throughout all phases of project delivery.
• Design domestic water, sanitary waste and vent, storm drainage, natural gas, medical gas, specialty piping, and other plumbing systems in accordance with applicable codes and engineering standards.
• Perform engineering calculations including fixture unit analyses, water supply sizing, sanitary and storm drainage sizing, hydraulic calculations, gas piping sizing, pressure loss analyses, and equipment selection under the guidance of senior engineers when appropriate.
• Prepare coordinated construction documents, piping layouts, riser diagrams, equipment schedules, and supporting design documentation.
• Utilize CAD and Building Information Modeling (BIM) software to develop and coordinate accurate 2D drawings and 3D plumbing models.
• Collaborate with architects, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and civil teams to deliver coordinated and constructible plumbing system designs.
• Support construction administration by reviewing shop drawings and submittals, responding to RFIs, participating in site visits, and assisting with field coordination.
• Participate in project coordination meetings to communicate design progress, resolve technical issues, and support successful project execution.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

CAD

BIM

Job description

DPR Construction is seeking a Mechanical Engineer – Plumbing to design, analyze, and develop plumbing systems for commercial and institutional facilities. You will prepare drawings, calculations, and documentation while applying IPC, UPC, NFPA codes, and industry best practices.

You will collaborate with architects and engineers, support construction administration, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to continuous improvement and professional growth.