Senior Plumbing Engineer

Senior Plumbing Engineer At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us

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.

Job Summary

The Senior Plumbing Engineer serves to design and develop plumbing systems for use in commercial buildings. In this role, you will: Design plumbing systems including medical/laboratory piping and gases. Oversee the preparation of technical drawings, specifications of plumbing systems and topographical maps. Lead project teams and serve as the primary contact for discipline with clients Prepare specifications for purchases of materials and equipment.

Develop calculations for plumbing systems and associated controls. Perform QA/QC of design work. You will be a great fit if: You have a minimum of 10+ years of experience. You have a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. You have thorough knowledge of plumbing design and corresponding terminology.

You have experience with laboratories/medical facilities design. You have an excellent work ethic and attitude. Skills/abilities: Strong verbal and written communication skills Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, MS Office Ability to successfully lead teams and manage projects Excellent ability to read, interpret and implement plumbing design documentation.

Interpersonal communication skills, combined with organizational skills, the ability to plan, balance and prioritize work. Location : Austin, TX Travel : 10% Benefits: 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 Paid time off and company holidays Wellness programs and employee assistance resources Professional development support For more information, visit our full benefits overview here .

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.