Senior Plumbing Engineer – Lead Food Facility Systems

Food Tech, Inc.; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Food Tech in Brookfield, Wisconsin is seeking an experienced Senior Plumbing Engineer / Mechanical Design Manager to lead the design of building plumbing systems for industrial and commercial facilities. You will collaborate with design and project teams and oversee drafters.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering, a PE license, and 10+ years in sanitary environments such as food production or pharma. Expect occasional site visits, strong documentation, and mentorship of staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related four-year degree.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in plumbing/mechanical design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of building plumbing systems and coordinate with project teams.
• Develop working drawings and specifications for plumbing, DWV, water supply, gas, and compressed air systems.
• Perform progress and final design reviews and participate in estimating.
• Prepare design criteria and bid packages for subcontractors.
• Review bid packages, submittals, and RFIs; conduct field visits.
• Supervise and mentor engineers and drafters.
• Support growth of talent within the Mechanical/Plumbing group.
• Travel to project sites as required.

Skills

10+ years of relevant experience

Strong communication skills

Leadership & supervision

Team-oriented

Travel willingness 15-25%

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Revit

BIM platforms

Job description

Food Tech in Brookfield, Wisconsin is seeking an experienced Senior Plumbing Engineer / Mechanical Design Manager to lead the design of building plumbing systems for industrial and commercial facilities. You will collaborate with design and project teams and oversee drafters.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering, a PE license, and 10+ years in sanitary environments such as food production or pharma. Expect occasional site visits, strong documentation, and mentorship of staff.