Plumbing Designer

DLR Group•Los Angeles, CA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. The Engineering team has an opening for a Plumbing Designer. As a Plumbing Designer at DLR Group you will be responsible for the design of plumbing systems from schematics through construction administration on a wide range of building types. As part of our integrated design team s , you create buildings that elevate the human experience through design. You would be responsible for leading and participating in the design process of plumbing building systems and preparing detailed plumbing design calculations and drawings to meet the requirements of the local codes. In this role you’ll work in concert with a team of incredible building designers to ensure we are living out our brand promise of “Elevating the Human Experience Through Design”. We know our only way to grow is by hiring and retaining the best talent in our industry!

Requirements

5+ years of experience in a MEP firm working on commercial/public projects.
Proven experience as a Plumbing Designer on complex projects.
Experience with BIM (e.g. Autodesk Revit MEP) workflow.
Familiar with building/ plumbing codes and standards.
Excellent written and verbal communication skill s.

Nice To Haves

Certified Plumbing Designer (CPD) or Professional Engineering license (PE).
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or 2+ year technical degree from community college or relevant experience.
LEED Accredited Professional and previous experience participating in the LEED or other green rating system process.
Experience and interest in sustainable building design.
Experience in the design of medical gas and vacuum systems.
An appreciation and understanding of architectural design.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing project objectives goals and documentation policies.
Develop Plumbing designs from concept through completion of construction.
Prepare plumbing design calculations and plumbing system layouts.
Prepare detailed engineering reports and narratives.
Coordinate plumbing design requirements with architectural , civil , electrical , interior design , and other disciplines.