Senior Plumbing Engineer (PE Preferred)

JLRD, Inc; West Palm Beach (FL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health insurance

Dental and vision coverage optional

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Paid Time Off up to 3 weeks

401(k) and profit-sharing program

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in West Palm Beach is seeking a Senior Plumbing Engineer to support plumbing system design for a variety of facilities. The role includes responsibilities such as designing plumbing systems, coordinating with project teams, and providing construction administration support. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, experience in plumbing design, and strong coordination and communication skills. The firm offers a collaborative work environment and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience designing plumbing systems for various facilities.
• Working knowledge of applicable plumbing codes and standards.
• Experience with medical gas systems is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and document plumbing systems including sanitary, waste, and water systems.
• Prepare and review construction documents and specifications.
• Coordinate plumbing designs with other disciplines.

Skills

Plumbing system design

Technical judgment

Coordination skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred

Job description

Schedule: In-Office Monday–Thursday 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM, Remote Friday Halfdays 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Position Overview

JLRD is seeking a Senior Plumbing Engineer to support plumbing system design and construction administration for Education, Government & Public Institutions, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Transportation & Aviation Infrastructure, Industrial, Utilities & Infrastructure, Hospitality, Leisure & Destination Properties, Commercial & Mixed-Use, and Residential Facilities.

This role is suited for an experienced engineer who brings strong technical judgment, coordination skills, and the ability to support projects from design through construction.

The position is based in-office at JLRD’s West Palm Beach headquarters and works closely with multidisciplinary project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and document plumbing systems, including but not limited to: Sanitary and waste systems, Domestic water systems, Storm, Acid Waste, Natural & LP Gases, Compressed Air, Vacuum, Medical gas systems (as applicable)
• Prepare and review construction documents, specifications, and calculations
• Participate in project planning, system selection, and design completion
• Coordinate plumbing designs with mechanical, electrical, fire protection, architectural, and structural disciplines
• Support permitting and agency review processes
• Provide construction administration support, including: Shop drawing and submittal review, RFI responses, Field observations, Evaluation of Change Orders
• Apply professional judgment in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements
• Mentor junior engineers and designers as appropriate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (Florida or ability to obtain)
• Extensive experience designing plumbing systems for Education, Government & Public Institutions, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Transportation & Aviation Infrastructure, Industrial, Utilities & Infrastructure, Hospitality, Leisure & Destination Properties, Commercial & Mixed-Use, and Residential Facilities.
• Working knowledge of applicable plumbing codes and standards
• Experience with medical gas systems is strongly preferred
• Strong coordination, communication, and documentation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, in-office environment

What JLRD Offers

JLRD is an established engineering firm with a 35-year history, founded in 1991, and built on long-standing client relationships across Florida’s public and private sectors. The firm has supported projects in education, healthcare, utilities, transportation, industrial, hospitality, and other technically complex environments—often for repeat clients who value consistency, accountability, and disciplined execution.

With four offices strategically located in Florida, JLRD offers the stability of a mature firm alongside the opportunity to work on projects that are technically demanding and operationally significant. Many team members have built long‑term careers at JLRD, reflecting a culture that values experience, professional growth, and collaboration.

JLRD provides:

• A collaborative, in‑office design environment focused on coordination and clarity
• Exposure to complex systems across multiple facility types
• Opportunities to work on projects from early design through construction
• A predictable work schedule with remote Friday half‑days
• Long‑term growth opportunities within a stable, well‑established firm

Benefits & Work Environment

JLRD offers a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees, designed to support long‑term stability, health, and professional growth.

Health & Insurance

• Company‑paid health insurance for employees
• Optional dental and vision coverage available at employee cost
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance provided
• Life insurance coverage provided (currently $15,000)

Paid Time Off

• 2 weeks (10 business days) of paid vacation annually, up to 3 weeks with tenure
• 7 paid holidays per year
• Sick leave accrual

Retirement & Profit Sharing

• Includes a non‑elective Safe Harbor contribution equal to 3% of eligible earnings, contributed by the company regardless of employee participation
• Eligibility for the 401(k) and profit‑sharing program begins after one year of employment
• Additional discretionary bonus eligibility may be available based on company performance and individual contribution

Professional Development

• Support for continuing education or professional development may be provided based on role and business needs
• In‑office work environment
• Monday–Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Friday half‑days (Remote or In‑Office): 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM