Plumbing Designer

Plumbing Designer / Plumbing Engineer (MEP) Company Name: Matern Professional Engineering Location: Maitland, FL (Orlando Area) OR Fort Myers, FL Project Focus: Healthcare, K-12/Higher Education, Government, and Commercial Work Setting: 100% In-Office (Professional Collaboration Hub) Salary: $70,000 - $100,000+ (DOE) + Overtime Eligibility (for non-degreed) + Relocation Assistance Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus | AEC Talent Partners Position Overview Are you ready to elevate your career from production drafting to high-impact engineering design? We are seeking a Plumbing Designer / Engineer to join our technically-driven team in either our Maitland or Fort Myers office. In this role, you are not just a CAD technician; you are a systems architect responsible for the full-cycle design and coordination of complex plumbing infrastructures. From the initial conceptual layout to the final construction administration, you will steer the technical success of essential systems that power hospitals, schools, and civic landmarks across Florida. Joining our team means immersing yourself in a culture that prizes technical rigor, hands-on involvement, and the long-term impact of your work. We provide an environment where engineers are empowered to solve complex design challenges alongside multidisciplinary experts, ensuring every solution is precise, code-compliant, and constructible. This is the ideal platform for a motivated professional looking to build a legacy within a stable, highly respected Florida firm that rewards technical excellence and professional growth in two of the state's most dynamic markets. Core Responsibilities Systems Architecture: Engineer and develop comprehensive plumbing systems for high-stakes environments, including sanitary/vent, domestic water, storm drainage, grease waste, and specialty compressed air/gas systems. BIM Leadership: Execute and coordinate sophisticated construction documents within a Revit BIM environment, ensuring seamless integration with mechanical, electrical, and architectural disciplines. Technical Engineering: Perform precise system sizing, equipment selection, and layout calculations in strict accordance with local, state, and national plumbing codes. Lifecycle Stewardship: Manage projects through the full lifecycle, from conducting site investigations and code research to reviewing shop drawings and troubleshooting field issues with buildable solutions. Collaborative Integration: Interface directly with project stakeholders, architects, and government agencies to navigate permitting and approvals, ensuring the firm's standards of excellence are maintained. Field Innovation: Participate in active site visits and construction administration, providing real-time technical guidance to contractors and clients to ensure design intent is realized. Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (required for salaried engineer track) or equivalent technical design experience. Experience: 2+ years of dedicated plumbing design experience specifically within an MEP consulting firm environment. Software Proficiency: Advanced command of Revit (required) and proficiency in AutoCAD. Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of building plumbing codes, system sizing principles, and the nuances of commercial/institutional building systems. Location: Commitment to working 100% in-office in either Maitland, FL or Fort Myers, FL. Preferred Qualifications Licensure: Active EIT or PE license (or a clear path toward licensure). Sector Expertise: Specialized experience in healthcare (AHCA) or complex K-12/Higher Education projects. Seniority: Candidates with 5-10+ years of experience are highly encouraged to apply for mid-to-senior level leadership consideration. About Matern Professional Engineering Matern Professional Engineering is a premier, Florida-based MEP consulting firm with a decades-long reputation for delivering technically precise and constructible engineering solutions. Known for their work in high-profile sectors like healthcare, education, and government, the firm emphasizes deep technical expertise and long-term client relationships. With multiple offices across Florida, Matern offers a stable, collaborative environment where every engineer's contribution is visible and valued. About Luxus | AEC Talent Partners Luxus is an exclusive AEC recruiting firm managing this search on behalf of Matern Professional Engineering. We partner with the most prestigious structural, civil, and architectural firms in the country to connect top-tier talent with legacy-building opportunities. Not the perfect fit for this role? We still want to hear from you. Our network is constantly expanding with exclusive, unlisted positions across the AEC sector. Connect with us today to discuss your career trajectory. Keywords: Plumbing Engineer, MEP Designer, Revit MEP, Plumbing Design, MEP Consulting, Orlando Engineering Jobs, Fort Myers Engineering Jobs, Healthcare Design, AHCA, PE License, EIT, Building Systems, ASPE, Construction Administration, BIM, Maitland FL, Fort Myers FL.