Plumbing Engineer
Company Name: IPD Engineering
Location: Syracuse, Rochester, or Utica, NY
Project Focus: Commercial, Institutional, Healthcare, Higher Education, and Sustainable Multi-Family Sectors
Work Setting: Hybrid Flexibility
Salary: $90,000 – $165,000 Base | $100,000 – $180,000+ Total Compensation (Including full benefits, bonuses, and 401(k) match)
Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus | AEC Talent Partners
Position Overview
Are you an accomplished plumbing design professional ready to step into a definitive leadership role and champion sustainable, high-performance building systems? We are seeking a Plumbing Engineer to serve as the lead designer and technical authority for a diverse array of sophisticated project types. In this role, you will move far beyond routine drafting—you will architect the future of building performance, driving the technical success of vital infrastructures from initial concept through construction administration.
Joining our team means immersing yourself in a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment that deeply values technical excellence and mentorship. This position offers a powerful platform to maximize your professional impact, allowing you to spearhead complex engineering solutions, guide aspiring junior engineers, and contribute directly to major regional advancements. It is an ideal career destination for a motivated, licensed engineer looking to secure a direct path toward senior executive leadership.
Core Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Design: Architect plumbing systems from schematic design through comprehensive construction documentation, producing high-fidelity floor plans, riser diagrams, schedules, and sections.
System Calculations: Perform rigorous engineering calculations for high-performance water, waste, vent, and gas systems to optimize efficiency and safety.
BIM & CAD Mastery: Champion the development and coordination of sophisticated plumbing models utilizing AutoCAD and Revit environments.
Equipment Specification: Select and specify complex plumbing equipment, advanced fixtures, and cutting-edge water conservation technologies.
Multidisciplinary Coordination: Synthesize and integrate plumbing designs seamlessly with mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural systems throughout the project lifecycle.
Construction Stewardship: Oversee the construction administration phase by reviewing shop drawings, analyzing submittals, and resolving complex RFIs swiftly.
Code Authority & Compliance: Conduct deep-dive code research to ensure absolute compliance with all local, state, and national plumbing and building regulations.
Sustainability & Innovation: Drive water conservation initiatives and pioneer sustainable design strategies across all commercial and institutional projects.
Project Management & Mentorship: Steer project schedules and budgets while actively mentoring junior designers, fostering team development, and establishing internal best practices.
Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a recognized Plumbing Design Certification (CPD).
Licensure: Active Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) credential.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive plumbing design experience specifically within an AEC consulting engineering environment.
Software Proficiency: Robust, hands-on command of Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth, functional understanding of national/state plumbing codes, energy standards, and overall building systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Specialized Sector Experience: Proven project history involving large-scale healthcare systems or complex, sustainable multi-family developments.
Advanced Collaboration: Demonstrated success managing multiple complex projects simultaneously and communicating technical concepts seamlessly to cross-functional teams and clients.
Sustainability Credentials: LEED AP accreditation or a demonstrated passion for net-zero water and green building initiatives.
About IPD Engineering
IPD Engineering is a premier multidisciplinary MEP consulting firm renowned for delivering innovative, efficient, and sustainable building systems across New York State. With strategic office locations across Upstate New York, the firm fosters an environment where engineers, designers, and project managers work dynamically together to push the boundaries of modern building performance. The firm's culture places a premium on technical mastery, active mentorship, and long-term career trajectory, making it the perfect home for engineers focused on legacy-building achievements.
About Luxus | AEC Talent Partners
Luxus is an exclusive AEC recruiting firm managing this search on behalf of IPD Engineering. We partner with the most prestigious structural, civil, and architectural firms in the country to connect top-tier talent with legacy-building opportunities. Not the perfect fit for this role? We still want to hear from you. Our network is constantly expanding with exclusive, unlisted positions across the AEC sector. Connect with us today to discuss your career trajectory.
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