Plumbing Engineer

EUA•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Plumbing Engineer plans, designs, and documents plumbing and fire protection systems for varied building types and market sectors. The role supports project delivery by developing construction documents, engineering calculations, and system evaluations, and by coordinating with internal and external project stakeholders. The engineer works under the supervision of the Director of Engineering and respective Studio Director and collaborates with project teams to deliver high-quality, integrated, code-compliant solutions. The role includes designing plumbing systems and preparing fire protection performance/bid documents and specifications for new construction, renovation, and facility improvement projects. It also involves sustainable design analyses, assessments of existing systems, and construction administration support. The Plumbing Engineer contributes to client relationships through responsive communication and professional service. The engineer develops construction documents using Revit and other design software, coordinates documentation with internal design teams, and mentors and directs plumbing designers in construction document production. The position requires managing multiple priorities and schedules, collaborating across project teams, maintaining technical knowledge, and pursuing professional growth. Fire protection documents are performance/bid documents for the Engineer of Record or Fire Protection Contractor; EUA does not sign or seal, or provide fully engineered, fire protection documents. Work takes place in both office and field environments, including construction sites and site visits in varying weather and environmental conditions. Occasional travel and work outside normal business hours may be necessary. The salary range is $80,000 to $100,000, based on skills and experience.

Requirements

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
At least 4 years of experience in plumbing design and engineering.
At least 4 years of experience developing fire protection performance/bid documents.
Proven track record of leading the design and execution of plumbing and fire protection systems in commercial markets.
Proficiency with Autodesk Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and OneNote.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong planning, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to move throughout construction sites at various stages of development without assistance.
Ability to perform field observations and site visits in varying weather and environmental conditions.

Nice To Haves

Certified in Plumbing Design (CPD) certification from the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE).

Responsibilities

Design plumbing systems for new construction, renovation, and facility improvement projects.
Develop fire protection performance/bid documents and specifications for new construction, renovation, and facility improvement projects.
Prepare engineering calculations, including plumbing system sizing and related analyses.
Participate in sustainable design initiatives and perform analyses related to plumbing system performance.
Conduct assessments and evaluations of existing systems to support project planning and design.
Assist with construction administration, including responding to contractor questions and reviewing project documentation.
Support client relationships through responsive communication and professional service.
Lead and deliver accurate, complete, and code-compliant plumbing designs.
Prepare fire protection performance/bid documents for the Engineer of Record or Fire Protection Contractor.
Meet project milestones and deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
Communicate project objectives, challenges, and solutions with clients, field personnel, and project team members.
Develop construction documents using Revit and other design software tools.
Produce coordinated design documentation aligned with project requirements, applicable codes, and firm standards.
Mentor and direct plumbing designers in construction document production.
Coordinate with internal design teams to ensure complete and coordinated project documents.
Collaborate with clients, project managers, engineers, outside consultants, designers, and field personnel throughout the project lifecycle.
Organize and prioritize workload across multiple concurrent projects.
Continue developing technical knowledge of plumbing and fire protection systems, codes, regulations, industry standards, and design best practices.
Expand proficiency in design technologies and project delivery processes and seek professional growth opportunities.