Senior Plumbing Designer

Salas O’Brien, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking engineering firm that values impact and innovation. As a plumbing designer and CAD technician, you will leverage your expertise in plumbing design and drafting to contribute to diverse projects across various industries. With a commitment to a people-first approach, this role offers you the chance to work collaboratively, develop your skills, and make a meaningful impact. You'll be part of a team that prioritizes sustainable solutions and values your contributions. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to grow in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in plumbing design and drafting.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Specify equipment and materials for plumbing systems.
• Assist in preparing reports, plans, and designs for projects.

Skills

Plumbing Design

Drafting/CAD Skills

REVIT

ACAD

Communication Skills

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

REVIT

AutoCAD

Job description

At I.C. Thomasson Associates, Inc, A Salas O’Brien Company we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary: The ideal candidate for this position requires that the person be able to perform certain tasks related to plumbing design as well as performing drafting/CAD Technician duties.

Responsibilities:

1. Formal knowledge of all codes and standards associated with plumbing design and engineering.
2. Capability of specifying any equipment, appliances, materials, etc. for plumbing systems.
3. Assist Mechanical Engineer of Record in compiling drawing and design as required for plumbing portions of the scope.
4. Competent and fast draftsperson utilizing REVIT and other Autodesk software.
5. Accepts direction and supervision and works well with others.
6. Assists in client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects.
7. Assists in the preparation or modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, studies, permits and designs for assigned projects.

Qualifications:

1. Minimum of 8 years total experience with consulting engineering firm in plumbing design and drafting.
2. Experience and detailed understanding of ACAD/REVIT designing platforms a plus.
3. Excellent written and oral communication skills essential for team-based projects.
4. Experience delegating design tasks to junior designers and/or engineering interns for plumbing related activities.
5. Associates degree or bachelor’s degree in related field, a plus.
6. CPD certification not required, but preferred.

Travel: 10%

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement:

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.