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PAE CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC•Culver City, CA

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

PAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality. By leveraging the latest technologies, we solve problems in unique ways, and our designs enable buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient. PAE is trusted by our clients in every aspect of a project's lifespan, from idea to occupancy. We set ambitious goals backed by analysis to significantly conserve water and energy while balancing costs and long-term operational needs. As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to our clients, our communities, and our planet. We embrace innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity. PAE is looking for a Lead Plumbing Design Engineer to oversee the design and delivery of plumbing and fire protection systems from concept through construction for our Los Angeles office. This hybrid role manages key project deliverables including calculations, drawings, specifications, and cost opinions while ensuring alignment with budget, schedule, and quality expectations. The position provides technical leadership, mentorship, and interdisciplinary coordination, along with performing system calculations, equipment selection, site visits, and updates to firmwide standards. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, a solid understanding of plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection systems, proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office, and familiarity with UPC, IPC, NFPA, and IBC. A bachelor’s degree and at least four years of plumbing design experience are required, and PE or CPD credentials are preferred. This position is a hybrid role, combining in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree for discipline work or equivalent experience
4+ years’ experience in plumbing design
Thorough understanding of mechanical engineering concepts, HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection
Thorough understanding of project phases and their associated deliverables
Develop the ability to assemble and run a team
Understand plumbing design concepts and effectively communicate them to others
Knowledge of applicable plumbing codes and standards including: UPC, IPC, NFPA and IBC
Microsoft Office Suite
Revit/AutoCAD

Nice To Haves

Relevant Professional Credential (i.e., PE, CPD) preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee the preparation of deliverables and documents including narratives, calculations, drawings and specifications
Able to effectively communicate plumbing design options to a diverse stakeholder group
Determine fire protection and plumbing system requirements for various building types
Provide design direction, mentorship and guidance for the project team
Independently evaluate and apply engineering judgment, techniques, and procedures to complete a project from concepts through construction
Complete the project within the budget and schedule
Knowledge of other disciplines and direct interdisciplinary coordination
Provide updates to master specifications; provide input into standards
Perform plumbing design calculations and equipment selection
Provide opinions of probable construction costs
Perform site visits and issues reports
Implement the project quality management plan (QMP)
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Performance Bonus
Employer paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
401k account contribution
Professional development reimbursements including state registration and professional association dues
Hybrid work schedule
Commuter benefit
Cell phone stipend
Life insurance and disability benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays and vacation- work hard and take time off when you need it.