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Plumbing Engineer

Field Talent

Pasadena, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, AutoCAD, Building Codes, Construction Drawings, Cross-Functional, Document Management, Electricity, Energy & Utilities, Engineer in Training (EIT), Engineering Consulting, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Industry Standards, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Multitasking, Piping, Plumbing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Professional Engineer, Project Execution, Project/Program Coordination, Sales/Support Engineering (SE), Sustainability, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Pasadena, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Plumbing Design Engineer
Location: Pasadena, CA | Type: Full-Time | Industry: AEC / Mechanical Contracting
Position Overview
We are seeking a technically-driven Plumbing Design Engineer to lead the conceptual design and construction drawing development for a variety of commercial and industrial projects. This is a "cradle-to-grave" engineering role where you will be responsible for everything from high-level plumbing calculations and energy analysis to field coordination and final document management.
Key Responsibilities

  • Full-Cycle Design: Lead the design and layout of complex plumbing systems, including gas piping, waste and vent, domestic water distribution, and specialized kitchen plumbing.

  • Engineering Authority: Independently perform hydraulic calculations and sizing for multiple small-to-medium-sized projects simultaneously.

  • Compliance & Sustainability: Create conceptual designs certified to current Building Codes, Energy Codes, and LEED standards.

  • Tech-Driven Modeling: Produce high-quality 3D models and construction drawings utilizing Revit and AutoCAD.

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Proactively coordinate with Project Managers, Field General Foremen, and other trades (Mechanical, Electrical, Controls) to ensure seamless execution.

  • Field Engineering: Assist with on-site project execution, trade coordination, and technical troubleshooting as required.
Qualifications

  • Education: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management.

  • Experience: 3+ years of experience within a Design/Build mechanical contractor or engineering consultancy.

  • Technical Mastery: High proficiency in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD is required.

  • Licensure: EIT or PE (Professional Engineer) license is highly desirable but not required.

  • Specialized Knowledge: Solid understanding of commercial plumbing applications, local/state building codes, and industry standards.

  • Soft Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to manage time effectively across multiple deadlines.
Preferred Skills

  • LEED AP certification.

  • Experience with specialized systems (Medical Gas, Laboratory Grade Piping).

  • Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu and Smartsheet.

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