Our many offices offer our team of employee-owners:
•Variety of projects and clients
•Collaboration with experts in your field
•Professional growth opportunities and training offerings
•Awesome culture defined by our ownership values
•Growth with the firm through employee ownership
•Competitive benefits -
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement:
Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Preferred Education:
2 Year Degree
Additional Information:
Hybrid/Remote is allowed.
Job Summary:
The Plumbing Designer serves to focus primarily on the design of building-related projects, including educational campuses, military bases, healthcare facilities, hotels, apartment buildings, retail/commercial spaces, and more using Revit and AutoCAD software.
In this role, you will:
Design plumbing drawings for various building types
Develop system design calculations and select equipment for use in buildings including sump pumps, sewage ejectors, water heating systems, water booster stations, etc.
Preparation of detailed design documents
Specification writing/editing
Code compliance research
Collaborate with various team members for coordinating services with other disciplines
Site surveys to determine existing conditions
Provide construction administration support including submittal reviews and RFI responses
You will be a great fit if you have:
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in plumbing design for various types of facilities
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and Microsoft Office software
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology (a plus but not required)
EIT / PE a plus but not required
Thorough knowledge of engineering principles and experience in a broad spectrum of building types
Skills/abilities:
Familiarity with local and state codes, accepted standards and design guidelines
Excellent work ethic and character
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Ability to work collaboratively with others but also independently
Good time management and organizational skills with the ability to plan and prioritize obligations to meet deadlines
Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.
We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for educational campuses, federal installations and military bases, residential buildings, data centers, healthcare facilities, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.
