Plumbing Engineer

Job Summary The Plumbing Engineer will focus on engineering and delivery of plumbing system design for healthcare and other complex facilities. The role will entail managing engineering projects, directing designers & other disciplines, as well as personally performing engineering activities and engaging in project meetings. Responsibilities Provide a superior level of technical services to our clients for their projects and technical support requirements, providing technical and project control direction, and mentoring other engineers and designers. Engineer and design plumbing systems, including medical and laboratory piping, medical gases, and specialized healthcare infrastructure. Provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning of plumbing systems for healthcare, life sciences, higher education, and data center market types. Perform engineering calculations, system sizing, and assist with equipment selection. Identify, formulate, and initiate solutions to complex problems requiring multiple-discipline involvement, along with discipline‑specific analytical tools. Perform work activities on an individual basis or within a project team with limited need for supervision. Coordinate work activities that affect the quality of project control, scope development, proposals, engineering & design, document control, inspection & testing, and commissioning. Identify and resolve routine problems that involve the use of conflicting or incomplete information. Data gathering and site assessments at customer’s facilities. Review and editing of project specifications with minor assistance. Proficient knowledge of California code requirements, including California Building Code (CBC) and HCAI specific requirements. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to support project delivery across design and construction phases. Develop bidding documents for process equipment, fabrication, and construction. Ability to review Revit production models and work interactively with support staff in development of project deliverables. Support client interactions and participate in project meetings as needed. Assist with QA/QC reviews to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with applicable codes and standards. Skills Advanced expertise with Autodesk software (Revit, Navisworks). Ability to comprehend, contribute to, and carry out strategies to manage our relationships with customers, suppliers, and alliance team members. Experience at a design engineering firm required. Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative to drive projects forward. Team Contribution & Development Collaborate with senior engineers and project managers to deliver projects on schedule and within scope. Support proposal development and technical input for projects as needed. Participate in knowledge sharing and continuous improvement of design standards and best practices. Contribute to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration. Continue to build technical expertise in specialized plumbing systems. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering. 5–10 years of experience engineering and managing plumbing systems projects from start to finish for the built environment. Client engagement and business development experience. Registration as P.E. preferred. Location San Francisco area. Travel Up to 30%. Benefits Salas O’Brien health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Team members have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Salas O’Brien has both U.S. and Canadian PTO plans for full‑time salaried, exempt and non‑team members, 10 paid holidays, and paid leave programs for military service and new parents. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock. Salary The base salary range for this position is $90,000 to $125,000. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. 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, colour, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Salas O’Brien, Inc.