Senior Plumbing Design Engineer

Northern Impact • Portland, OR

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

A nationally recognized building-systems engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Plumbing Design Engineer to join its Portland team. The firm delivers thoughtful, high-performance engineering solutions for complex buildings across healthcare, education, commercial, hospitality, transportation, retail, and other sectors. This is an opportunity for an experienced plumbing design professional to take ownership of technical work, guide project teams, collaborate closely with clients, and help deliver high-quality building systems from concept through construction.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent relevant work experience.
• At least 8 years of experience in MEP plumbing design and consulting.
• Demonstrated team-leadership, staff-management, and project-management experience.
• Working knowledge of the International Plumbing Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, International Building Code, and other applicable standards.
• Thorough knowledge of plumbing design systems and building-system coordination.
• Excellent communication, organization, client-service, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer licensure or Certified in Plumbing Design credential.
• LEED accreditation.
• Experience using Autodesk Revit.
• A collaborative leadership style and genuine interest in mentoring developing professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead plumbing system selection, engineering, and design for a range of building types.
• Prepare and review plumbing drawings, sketches, analyses, specifications, and calculations.
• Coordinate effectively with architects, owners, contractors, consultants, and other engineering disciplines.
• Manage and mentor plumbing design support staff while fostering a collaborative, accountable team environment.
• Provide construction administration and conduct site observations related to assigned projects.
• Support project management activities, including scope, schedule, budget, staffing, coordination, and quality control.
• Deliver responsive, professional service to clients and internal team members.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k), life insurance, disability coverage, and transportation benefits.
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and a year-end office closure.
• Professional development, mentorship, and opportunities for continued career growth.
• Paid volunteer time and opportunities to contribute to the local community.

What This Job Offers

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