Design Project Engineer II

Southland Industries • Pflugerville, TX

7d

About The Position

Designer roles encompass the design and implementation of building systems and structures, including specialties such as fire protection, plumbing, HVAC and other mechanical disciplines. This position supports senior designers and engineers on complex design tasks with minimal supervision, taking ownership of assigned work. It involves completing calculations, drawings, and specifications for small projects, and performing quality control prior to peer review submission to ensure accuracy. The role also manages the full lifecycle of small projects, including layout, permit procurement, field surveys, coordination, and fabrication lists. Additionally, it handles field-generated questions, prepares RFIs, and develops as-builts, while applying codes, specifications, and design standards across multiple projects. The position leads field surveys and integrates findings into design solutions, and implements design modifications and field solutions.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required
• 3+ years of relevant experience in construction engineering design
• Skill in performing project calculations and developing material/equipment lists with accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to estimate design hours and provide essential information to support RFIs and change orders
• Ability to meet delivery deadlines, while maintaining quality under pressure
• Ability to competently and accurately decipher contract drawings, calculations, and specifications
• Ability to coordinate project activities effectively
• Working knowledge of design software platforms including AutoSprink, AutoCad, NAVIS and REVIT

Nice To Haves

• Journeyman or apprentice experience preferred
• NICET Level I Certification preferred for Fire Protection

Responsibilities

• Supports senior designers and engineers on complex design tasks with minimal supervision, taking ownership of assigned work.
• Completes calculations, drawings and specifications for small projects.
• Performs quality control prior to peer review submission to ensure accuracy.
• Manages the full lifecycle of small project, including layout, permit procurement, field surveys, coordination, and fabrication lists.
• Handles field generated questions, prepares RFI, and develops as-builts.
• Applies codes, specifications, and design standards across multiple projects.
• Leads field surveys and integrates findings into design solutions.
• Implements design modifications and field solutions.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED