Senior Plumbing Engineer

S L King & Associates Inc • Sandy Springs, GA

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Senior Plumbing Engineer to lead the design, specification, and delivery of plumbing and piping systems for commercial, institutional, industrial, and related facility projects. This role is responsible for technical quality from concept through commissioning while supporting project delivery, client communication, and mentorship of junior engineering staff. The ideal candidate will have strong plumbing design experience, knowledge of applicable plumbing codes and standards, and the ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of plumbing design experience.
• Strong knowledge of the International Plumbing Code, Uniform Plumbing Code, ASPE standards, and local codes.
• Experience designing domestic water, sanitary, storm drainage, vent, fuel gas, and specialty piping systems.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and pipe sizing tools.
• Proven ability to lead projects and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong communication, leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain high-quality deliverables.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer license preferred.
• ASPE CPD certification or LEED AP credential preferred.
• Experience with healthcare, laboratory, high-rise, hospitality, commercial, or institutional projects.
• Knowledge of Legionella risk management, water treatment, sustainable plumbing, or net-zero water strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead plumbing design across all project phases, including concept, schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Design domestic hot and cold water, sanitary, storm drainage, and vent systems.
• Design fuel gas, medical gas, compressed air, and specialty piping systems as required.
• Size piping, pumps, water heaters, booster systems, and storm systems.
• Perform fixture unit calculations, flow calculations, and related plumbing system analysis.
• Develop water conservation, reuse, and rainwater harvesting strategies where applicable.
• Prepare and review drawings, specifications, calculations, and construction documents for accuracy and code compliance.
• Coordinate with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection teams.
• Review contractor submittmits, respond to RFIs, and support construction administration activities.
• Participate in site visits, testing, commissioning, system disinfection, and field observation as needed.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers and review their work for quality and technical accuracy.
• Support proposals, fee estimates, project planning, and client communication.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off and company-observed holidays
• 401(k) plan participation
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability benefits

What This Job Offers

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