Senior Plumbing Engineer

Arup; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 102,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401(k) with company match

Flexible working

Job summary

Arup is seeking a Senior Plumbing Engineer to join our Chicago office to design plumbing and fire protection systems for diverse building types. You will produce SD/DD drawings, perform calculations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver technically complex facilities.

Required a minimum of 8 years’ experience in plumbing and fire protection design, with Revit proficiency. The role offers mentoring opportunities and a path toward PE/CPD credentials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, architectural, civil, or environmental engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in the design and specification of plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Familiarity with UPC, IPC, IBC, ASPE standards, LEED Water Efficiency, TDSHS, FGI, and NFPA.
• Proficiency in Revit for developing design drawings and 3D models (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Design plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings; prepare drawings and schedules.
• Develop SD/DD drawings and Revit models for construction documents.
• Perform design calculations, code analysis, and maintain design records.
• Select equipment and prepare system reports and specifications.
• Coordinate with engineers and designers across disciplines and with clients.
• Mentor junior plumbing engineers and collaborate with city officials as needed.
• Incorporate sustainable design strategies and support construction administration.

Skills

Plumbing design

Fire protection systems

Client communication

Project coordination

Mentorship

Navisworks

Revit

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, architectural, civil, or environmental engineering

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Excel

Navisworks

Job description

Joining Arup

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – one that encourages individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas.

Senior Plumbing Engineer

We are currently seeking a Senior Plumbing Engineer to join us in our Chicago Office, to work on design plumbing and fire protection systems including domestic cold-water systems, domestic hot water systems, specialty water systems, sanitary drainage and vent systems, storm drainage systems, natural gas distribution systems, laboratory gas systems, grease waste systems, acid waste and vent systems, other specialty plumbing and fire suppression systems. This role supports a broad range of building types, with opportunities to contribute to technically complex and mission‑critical facilities.

This role can sit in Chicago, DC, New York, New Jersey.

The Opportunity

• Design plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings and structures across a variety of market sectors. Prepare drawings detailing system designs, including plumbing schedules, floor plans, enlarged plans, details, and riser diagrams.
• Prepare sketches and narratives for SD packages; develop Revit drawings for DD deliverables and construction documents.
• Perform system design calculations, code analysis, and maintain accurate design records.
• Select and specify equipment for use in building systems.
• Prepare written reports describing proposed systems and design alternatives.
• Develop project-specific specifications tailored to client and project needs.
• Coordinate work with engineers and designers across multiple disciplines.
• Attend meetings and communicate with clients to establish requirements and resolve design issues.
• Incorporate sustainable and resilient design strategies based on client and project needs.
• Support construction administration activities, including site visits, review of submittals and RFIs, troubleshooting construction issues, and preparation of site observation reports.
• Mentor junior plumbing engineers and designers.
• Coordinate with city officials and Fire Marshal offices as required for project delivery.

Is This Role Right for You?

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, architectural, civil, or environmental engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in the design and specification of plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards, including UPC, IPC, IBC, ASPE standards, LEED Water Efficiency, TDSHS, FGI, and NFPA.
• Experience designing a variety of building types, which may include offices, hotels, data centers, laboratories, high-rise buildings, and other technically complex facilities.
• Proficiency in Revit for developing design drawings and 3D models of plumbing and piping systems preferred.
• Ability to deliver high-quality work within established schedules and budgets.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment.
• Excellent planning, organization, and time-management skills in a fast-paced setting.
• Highly motivated, proactive, and willing to take on new challenges.
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Excel, Word, and Navisworks.

Other / Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred, or ASPE CPD (Certified in Plumbing Design) in the U.S.
• Strong foundation in plumbing engineering fundamentals.
• LEED AP or WELL accreditation.

What We Offer You

At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits at Work

At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm's financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.

Flexible Working

We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.

Chicago Hiring Range

The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Chicago is $102,000 - $125,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Chicago will differ.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.