Plumbing Designer

Plumbing Designer

The expected base salary range for this role is $85,000-$100,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• 5 weeks of paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

The Plumbing Designer serves to focus primarily on the design of building-related projects, including educational campuses, healthcare facilities, and more using Revit and AutoCAD software.

General Duties

• Design plumbing drawings for various building types
• Develop system design calculations and select equipment for use in buildings including medical gases, vacuum, compressed gases, domestic cold and hot water, sump pumps & sewage ejectors, water heating systems, water booster stations, etc.
• Preparation of detailed design documents
• Specification writing/editing
• Code compliance research
• Collaborate with various team members for coordinating services with other disciplines
• Site surveys to determine existing conditions
• Provide construction administration support including submittal reviews and RFI responses

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in plumbing design for various types of facilities
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office software
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology (a plus but not required)
• EIT / PE a plus but not required
• Thorough knowledge of engineering principles and experience in a broad spectrum of building types

Skills

• Familiarity with local and state codes, accepted standards and design guidelines
• Excellent work ethic and character
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with others but also independently

Good time management and organizational skills with the ability to plan and prioritize obligations to meet deadlines

Location : On-site in San Diego, CA

Travel: 10-15%

Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow's requirements are today's opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Third-Party Agency Notice

Salas O'Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.