Plumbing Designer - Houston

O'Connell Robertson • Houston, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

O’Connell Robertson is seeking a Plumbing Designer for its Houston, Texas office. The role works with engineering team members and coordinates consultant responsibilities for studies, designs, and construction documents on projects of various scales. The Plumbing Designer collaborates with architects and other engineering disciplines to develop plumbing systems that meet project requirements and local building codes. The position also supports the firm’s commitment to design excellence and to serving its people, community, and clients through strong, capable teams.

Requirements

• 4–7 years of plumbing design or related-field experience.
• Knowledge of plumbing codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Proficiency in Revit.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work effectively to meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with sustainable plumbing practices and technologies.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor's degree in an engineering field.
• CPD or CPDT certification.
• Knowledge of fire protection systems, system sizing, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of healthcare and education design.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with engineering team members and consultant responsibilities for studies, designs, and construction documents on projects of various scales.
• Collaborate with architects and mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural engineering disciplines to design plumbing systems that meet project requirements and local building codes.
• Create detailed plumbing drawings and specifications for water supply, drainage and sewage systems, fire protection, medical gases, and specialty water systems.
• Perform and document plumbing calculations, including fixture units; water supply and drain, waste, and vent sizing; storm drain sizing; medical gas sizing; domestic hot water loads; and natural gas sizing.
• Select plumbing materials, including pipes, fittings, valves, and pumps, based on system requirements, budget, client requirements, and architectural design.
• Stay current with local plumbing codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Prepare technical reports communicating design intent and requirements to clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
• Conduct project site visits and field observations to verify installations follow design plans and quality standards.
• Identify and resolve design or installation issues.

Benefits

• Excellent compensation and benefits.
• Inspiring workspaces.
• Team culture supporting personal and career development and diversity in the workplace.
• Flexible employee work schedules accommodating work hours and locations to support success and work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree