Senior Plumbing Engineer

BW Design Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Boston seeks a Senior Plumbing Design Engineer to lead projects focused on full plumbing systems design for large industrial facilities. The role requires 12+ years of experience, ASPE CPD certification, and strong knowledge of plumbing codes. Responsibilities include overseeing installations, ensuring compliance, and providing mentorship to junior staff. The position offers a dynamic environment for growth, with a competitive salary range of $120,000-$160,000, plus a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• ASPE Certified in Plumbing Design (CPD) required, PE License preferred.
• 12+ years of mechanical engineering experience with plumbing design focus.
• Deep understanding of Uniform and International Plumbing Codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering projects, focusing on plumbing design.
• Utilize U.S. model plumbing codes for design compliance.
• Oversee construction and installation of industrial plumbing systems.

Skills

Plumbing system design

Problem solving

Revit

AutoCAD

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Navisworks

MS Office

Job description

Who You’ll Work With

You will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1500 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world‑class professional consultant and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables you to realize your own success and fulfillment.

When you join Design Group as a Senior Plumbing Design Engineer, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. In this role, you will work with a team of industry experts to help the world’s leading companies solve their most difficult problems. You will join our Architecture/Engineering Process Practice and partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject‑matter experts to deliver the highest quality solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy.

What You’ll Do

We are seeking a talented Senior Plumbing Design Engineer who values strong mentorship and leadership and who thrives in designing full plumbing systems, including determining design criteria, drawing sequence, system design presentation, sizing of system components, equipment selection, and system layouts for domestic water, sanitary and vent, storm water, compressed air, industrial gases, vacuum, and fire protection systems for large, complex manufacturing facility buildings in the food, beverage, consumer packaged goods, life science, and advanced technology sectors.

You’ll be joining a firm that meticulously evaluates each project before engagement, ensuring we have the right capacity, skillsets, and licenses. Our environment is crafted to avoid throwing new engineers into the deep end, with a focus on nurturing through strong mentorship. The ideal candidate should have a good understanding of plumbing systems, codes, U.S. national and international standards and experience in preparing engineering calculations, including heat and cooling loads, ventilation, and energy calculations.

As a pivotal member of our team, you’ll be instrumental in creating and implementing state‑of‑the‐art mechanical design solutions, elevating the standards of manufacturing plant efficiency and safety for our clients in the semiconductor, data center, cleanrooms, and other high‑tech industrial facilities, food, beverage, consumer packaged goods, and life science sectors. We offer multiple career tracks for advancement, including a technical track, ensuring that your career growth is aligned with your strengths and preferences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering projects with a focus on plumbing design, ensuring adherence to the highest industry standards and efficient integration in complex industrial facilities.
• Leverage experience with U.S. model plumbing codes. Apply extensive knowledge of the Uniform Plumbing Code and/or International Plumbing Code to create designs that meet the highest safety and quality standards. Familiarity with relevant FDA sanitary and hygienic guideline design and construction practices for GMP and cGMP facilities preferred.
• Expertly design and implement plumbing systems for food, beverage, consumer packaged goods and life sciences sectors. Familiarity with semiconductor, data center, cleanrooms, and other high‑tech industrial facilities will be beneficial.
• Oversee the construction and installation of industrial plumbing systems, ensuring adherence to common trade practices.
• Utilize strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to address complex engineering challenges and develop innovative solutions.
• Work in multi‑disciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive mechanical engineering solutions.
• Demonstrate expertise in Revit and AutoCAD software for effective design and project management.
• Guide and mentor junior team members, promoting professional growth and skill development.

What You’ll Bring

• ASPE Certified in Plumbing Design (CPD) active certification required, Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred: a testament to your expertise and commitment to plumbing engineering excellence.
• 12+ Years of Mechanical Engineering Experience: Proven track record in mechanical engineering, with a specialization in plumbing design for industrial facilities.
• Technical competencies required (performed under the supervision of a licensed mechanical engineer):
• Plumbing fixture count analysis (spreadsheet or vendor software)
• Incoming service sizing for domestic water
• Sanitary drain and vent sizing
• Grease separator sizing and selection
• Domestic water booster pump sizing and selection
• Compressed air compressor and distribution pipe sizing
• High‑Pressure Compressed Air System (40‑Bar) and distribution pipe sizing (preferred)
• Lift station sizing and selection (preferred)
• Fats, oil and grease (FOG) treatment systems (preferred)
• Perform facility assessments and system deficiency studies
• Prepare permit, bid and construction drawings and review work packages.
• Resolve Requests for Information (RFIs) and Field Change Requests (FCRs).
• Deep understanding of Uniform and International Plumbing Codes.
• Extensive field experience in the construction and installation of industrial plumbing systems.
• Proficiency in designing complex systems and solving challenging engineering problems.
• Demonstrated project design in food, beverage, consumer packaged goods and life science sectors. Project design in semiconductor, data center, cleanrooms, or other high‑tech industrial facilities preferred. Design and construction experience in GMP and cGMP facilities will be a plus.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD and experience with Navisworks. Proficiency in MS Office productivity software is a baseline requirement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel 10‑20% for project needs.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
• Forward‑thinking attitude with a keen interest in learning and applying best practices.

Our culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our model and entrepreneurial mindset offer a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path. As a Senior Plumbing Design Engineer, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorships including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world‑class engineer and a highly effective leader.

The approximate pay range for this position is $120,000-$160,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.