Plumbing Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Plumbing Engineer or Designer to support plumbing system design for healthcare, education, and commercial building projects. This position will be responsible for developing plumbing layouts, calculations, equipment selections, and construction documents while coordinating closely with multidisciplinary project teams.

The ideal candidate will have strong building systems experience and be comfortable independently managing design responsibilities from concept through construction.

Responsibilities

Design and develop plumbing systems for healthcare, K-12, higher education, and commercial facilities. Prepare domestic water, sanitary, storm drainage, natural gas, and related plumbing system layouts and calculations. Perform equipment sizing, fixture calculations, piping sizing, and system design in accordance with applicable codes.

Develop plans, specifications, schedules, details, and construction documents using Revit and/or AutoCAD. Coordinate plumbing systems with HVAC, electrical, architectural, structural, and other building disciplines. Support construction administration, site visits, field coordination, and resolution of design and installation issues.

Requirements

5+ years of plumbing design experience within the building engineering, MEP, or AEC industry. Experience designing plumbing systems for healthcare, K-12, higher education, commercial, or similar facilities. Strong knowledge of domestic water, sanitary, storm drainage, natural gas, and related building plumbing systems.

Experience with plumbing calculations, equipment selection, piping layouts, applicable codes, and construction documentation. Proficiency with Revit and/or AutoCAD; engineering degree and PE license are preferred for engineering-level candidates but not required. Ability to work independently, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and travel to project sites and Syracuse as needed.

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Employment Eligibility if hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.