Senior Plumbing Engineer

Elevate Consulting Engineers PLLC; Illinois; Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

100% paid health insurance (PPO)

401K match

Job summary

Elevate Consulting Engineers PLLC is seeking a Senior Plumbing Engineer for a full-time, remote role. You will lead plumbing design for diverse projects, size and layout domestic water, sanitary, storm, and specialty systems, and prepare drawings, specs, and calculations while coordinating with internal teams and clients.

You will review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, support construction administration, and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Plumbing and Plumbing Design for building projects.
• Experience in Water Supply system design and distribution strategies.
• Experience with MEP coordination and interdisciplinary Building Services design.
• Familiarity with IPC, UPC, and local plumbing codes.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and calculation software for hydraulic calculations.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; able to work remotely and manage multiple projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline; PE license or eligibility preferred.
• Experience in consulting engineering and client-facing work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead plumbing design for commercial, residential, and institutional projects.
• Develop plumbing system concepts, sizing, and layout.
• Prepare construction documents: drawings, specs, calculations.
• Coordinate with internal MEP engineers, architects, and clients.
• Review shop drawings and RFIs; support construction administration.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to guidelines and QC.

Skills

Plumbing design

Water supply design

MEP coordination

Codes familiarity

Design tools

Communication

Remote work independence

Mentoring/leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

PE license or eligibility

Tools

AutoCAD

Calculation software

Job description

Company Description

Elevate Consulting Engineers PLLC is a growing, full-service Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection consulting engineering firm focused on delivering high-quality expertise and service. The company offers a fully flexible work schedule and the opportunity to work 100% remotely from home. We offer very competitive compensation for the right candidate, 100% paid PPO insurance (health, dental, vision), along with 401K match.

Role Description

The Senior Plumbing Engineer is a full-time, remote role responsible for leading plumbing design for commercial, residential, and institutional building projects. Day-to-day tasks include developing plumbing system concepts, sizing and layout of domestic water, sanitary, storm, and specialty systems, and preparing construction documents such as drawings, specifications, and calculations. The role involves coordinating with internal mechanical and electrical engineers, architects, and clients to ensure integrated, code-compliant solutions. The Senior Plumbing Engineer will review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, support construction administration, and mentor junior staff on best practices and standards. The position also includes participating in project planning, estimating design hours, and helping refine internal design guidelines and quality control processes.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong knowledge of Plumbing and Plumbing Design for building projects.
• Candidates should possess skills in Water Supply system design, including domestic cold/hot water and distribution strategies.
• Candidates should possess experience in Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) coordination and interdisciplinary Building Services design.
• Candidates should possess familiarity with relevant plumbing codes and standards (e.g., IPC, UPC, local amendments) and their practical application.
• Candidates should possess proficiency with industry design and documentation tools (e.g., AutoCAD, calculation software) and basic hydraulic calculations.
• Candidates should possess strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Beneficial qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline, PE license or ability to obtain it, and prior experience in consulting engineering.
• Beneficial experience includes construction administration, client-facing project coordination, and mentoring or leadership of junior engineers or designers.