Plumbing Engineer/Designer

Schmidt Associates • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

Schmidt Associates is a multistate architecture and engineering firm. We help educational, lifestyle, workplace, and community clients optimize their facilities and systems through analysis and strategic implementation. Acting out of a culture of Servant Leadership, we put the needs of our clients first. This has led to us being known for providing Better Foresight, Better Insight, and for being Better On-Site throughout projects. We strive to make each project unique and reflective of the culture and values of the Owner, creating plans and spaces for improved efficiency. Schmidt Associates is looking for a Plumbing Designer/Engineer to join our MEP team! The Plumbing Designer/Engineer will provide accurate and efficient Plumbing Engineering system(s) building design, while implementing and practicing Plumbing Engineering industry standards within the firm’s design process. This individual will be a proactive member of the project team. This position requires a strong competency in engineering building systems. Skills in implementation of quality procedures are necessary. The ability to coordinate and integrate engineering into the firm’s facility design process is essential. Must be able to meet project deliverables and deadlines.

Requirements

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or similar accredited engineering program.
• 5-10 years of experience in plumbing design.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment while managing deadlines and priorities.
• Project leadership skills a must.
• MS Office.
• AutoDesk REVIT.

Nice To Haves

• PE license or CPD is preferred.
• Other industry certification(s) a plus. EIT; CPDT; GPD; ASSE 6060; CDT; etc.
• Extensive knowledge in plumbing system design for educational facilities, healthcare, government, and/or commercial facilities experience a plus.
• Knowledge of BIM / Revit models and associated skills would also be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for complete Plumbing Systems design for large commercial projects, systems include: Domestic Cold-Water Systems, Domestic Hot-Water and Recirculated Hot Water Systems, Sanitary Waste & Vent Systems, Storm Water Drainage Systems, Compressed Air Systems, Fire Protection Systems, Fuel Gas Systems, Medical and Laboratory Gas Systems
• Responsible for complete Plumbing Systems specification utilizing MasterSpec format.
• Responsible for processing shop drawings, product data, and project submittals for assigned projects.
• Responsible for supervision of junior designers/BIM Technicians.
• Responsible for coordination of Plumbing Systems integration into building and systems coordination with other trades.
• Responsible for utility calculations required for site utility coordination.
• Responsible for site surveys and other field work as required for assigned projects (i.e. assessments, site surveys, and project punch observations.)
• Responsible for creating drawings and modeling systems utilizing REVIT Building Information Modeling (BIM) software.
• Other tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level