Senior Plumbing Designer

Job Description

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Senior Plumbing Designer

Company Name: O'Connell Robertson

Location: Austin, TX

Project Focus: Healthcare, Education, and Community-Impact Facilities

Work Setting: Flexible / Hybrid

Salary: $95,000 – $130,000 + Comprehensive Benefits & Performance Bonus

Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

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Position Overview

Are you a visionary designer ready to architect the systems that power our most vital community infrastructures? We are seeking a Senior Plumbing Designer to join our progressive engineering team in Austin. In this role, you aren't just drafting pipes; you are a critical strategist responsible for the technical integrity and sustainable performance of complex water, gas, and fire protection systems. You will serve as a high-impact collaborator, ensuring that every design intent translates into a built environment that exceeds client expectations and enhances public health.

Joining our team means stepping into a legacy of design excellence that spans seven decades. We provide an inspiring workspace where your technical insight is valued as a cornerstone of the multidisciplinary process. Here, you will find a culture deeply committed to investing in its people, offering a clear trajectory for career development and a flexible work-life balance that respects your life outside the office. This is your opportunity to build a lasting professional legacy within a firm that celebrates a team-first approach and high-impact engineering.

Core Responsibilities

• System Architecture & Integration: Lead the design and coordination of sophisticated plumbing systems, including domestic water, waste and vent, storm drainage, natural gas, and high-stakes medical gas systems.

• Technical Engineering & Analysis: Perform and document rigorous hydraulic calculations (fixture units, pipe sizing, water heating loads, and gas flow) to ensure optimal system performance and code compliance.

• High-Fidelity BIM Production: Drive the development of detailed construction documents, drawings, and specifications within the Revit environment, maintaining the highest standards of technical accuracy.

• Multidisciplinary Synergy: Collaborate seamlessly with architects and mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural engineers to integrate complex plumbing systems into the overall building fabric.

• Regulatory Authority: Act as the subject matter expert on local plumbing codes, industry standards, and healthcare-specific regulations to ensure every project meets or exceeds legal and safety requirements.

• Project Stewardship: Conduct site observations and field visits to verify that installations align with design plans, proactively identifying and resolving complex field issues during construction.

• Client Communication: Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations to communicate design intent, budget considerations, and sustainable alternatives to clients and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a related engineering or technical field preferred.

• Experience: 7+ years of dedicated experience in plumbing design within a consulting engineering or AEC environment.

• Software Proficiency: Expert-level command of Revit and professional familiarity with engineering calculation software.

• Technical Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of plumbing codes (IPC/UPC), regulations, and industry-standard design practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly desired.

• Certification: Certified Plumbing Designer (CPD) or Certified Plumbing Design Technician (CPDT) credential.

• Specialized Expertise: Proven experience in Healthcare design (medical gas systems) and Fire Protection system sizing/code requirements.

• Sustainability: Familiarity with LEED standards and sustainable water-saving technologies.

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About O'Connell Robertson

For seventy years, O'Connell Robertson has built a powerful legacy of design excellence across Texas. With a strong presence in Austin, San Antonio, and Houston, we are driven by an enduring commitment to serving our people, our communities, and our clients. Our team thrives on a culture of diversity, personal growth, and a shared vision for design that positively impacts the world around us.

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About Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

Luxus is an exclusive AEC recruiting firm managing this search on behalf of O'Connell Robertson. 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.

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