Plumbing Designer

LPA, Inc. • Irvine, CA

2d • $68,000 - $99,000

About The Position

LPA is seeking a Plumbing Designer to join its MEP+L Systems Engineering team and integrated group of architects, engineers, interior designers, landscape architects, and master planners. The role contributes to a broad range of building projects, including office, education, recreation, laboratory, health care, and performing arts facilities. LPA’s integrated design approach aims to create sustainable, high-performance projects with positive environmental, economic, and social impact.

The Plumbing Designer collaborates with project stakeholders and supports building-design projects from concept through construction. The position prepares engineering calculations, analyses, and documentation; helps select and specify equipment and systems; and supports construction administration through document review, meetings, and field visits.

LPA describes its culture as collaborative and supportive, with opportunities for mentorship, professional development, continuing education, community-impact work, and work/life programs. The position is eligible for an annual bonus. Base salary is determined by factors including location, skills, education, experience, and project complexity.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in the design of plumbing systems.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for a collaborative, multidisciplinary design process.
• Curious, open-minded, and eager to learn.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in LPA’s integrated, multidisciplinary design process with engineers, architects, and other project stakeholders.
• Support Engineers, Architects, and Project Managers in delivering building-design projects from concept through construction.
• Prepare engineering calculations, analyses, and documentation for schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Assist with selecting and specifying equipment, systems, and products appropriate to each project.
• Review, process, and respond to construction-administration documents, including RFIs and submittals.
• Participate in construction meetings and conduct field visits to support project execution and quality assurance.

Benefits

• Mentorship from Managing Directors, Design Directors, and senior team members across disciplines.
• Career development support, including licensure incentives, professional development grants, and in-house training.
• Ongoing education through LPA+U courses and Tech Talks focused on innovative, sustainable practices.
• 8 paid hours of volunteer time each year.
• Opportunities to propose and lead projects that impact the local community, including pro bono community projects.
• Competitive salaries and a robust benefits package, including health and dental insurance, retirement and financial planning, wellness initiatives, and flexible work/life programs.
• Eligible for an annual bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed