Plumbing Design Engineer

Senior Plumbing Engineer (PE)

Company Name: Cuhaci & Peterson Architects

Location: College Station, TX

Project Focus: Commercial, Institutional, Healthcare, and Education

Work Setting: In-Office / Flexible

Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 + Performance Incentives

Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

Position Overview

Are you a visionary engineer ready to transcend standard design and take the helm of complex, high-impact plumbing systems? We are seeking a Senior Plumbing Engineer to lead our technical delivery in College Station. In this role, you are not merely producing drawings; you are a strategic leader tasked with architecting the vital infrastructure of sophisticated commercial and institutional environments. You will steer the division's technical excellence, ensuring every drop of design aligns with rigorous codes and client aspirations.

Joining our team means becoming part of a legacy defined by integrated design and technical mastery. We provide a platform where your expertise in healthcare, civic, and education sectors creates a tangible impact on the community. With a culture rooted in autonomy and professional support, this position offers a clear trajectory for a seasoned professional to mentor the next generation of designers while securing their own professional legacy within a premier AEC firm.

Core Responsibilities

• Design Leadership: Lead comprehensive plumbing design efforts from initial schematic concepts through final construction documentation for complex building types.
• Technical Stewardship: Oversee the preparation of high-fidelity construction documents, ensuring all systems integrate seamlessly with architectural and MEP disciplines.
• Resource Management: Monitor project schedules and strategically allocate team resources to ensure all milestones are met with precision.
• Financial Oversight: Manage project budgets for all plumbing design tasks, proactively adjusting workflows to maintain profitability and design integrity.
• Mentorship & Development: Assign high-level tasks to junior designers and provide consistent mentorship to elevate the team's technical capabilities.
• Quality Assurance: Execute rigorous QA/QC reviews of all deliverables to ensure 100% code compliance and industry-leading documentation standards.
• Client Advocacy: Maintain sophisticated communication with clients to ensure design alignment, fostering long-term partnerships and project success.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.
• Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (PE) license is strictly required.
• Experience: 8+ years of dedicated plumbing design experience within a consulting or AEC environment, specifically focusing on commercial or institutional sectors.
• Software Proficiency: Expert-level command of Revit MEP and AutoCAD.
• Code Mastery: Deep, functional knowledge of local and national plumbing codes, ASPE standards, and LEED requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Sector Expertise: Proven track record leading large-scale healthcare or specialized laboratory plumbing projects.
• Advanced Credentials: CPD (Certified Plumbing Designer) or LEED AP accreditation.
• Leadership: Experience in business development or managing multi-office design teams.

About Cuhaci & Peterson Architects

Cuhaci & Peterson Architects is a nationally recognized multidisciplinary firm with a rich history of design excellence and technical innovation. Known for a collaborative culture and a diverse portfolio that spans the commercial and institutional landscapes, the firm empowers its professionals to lead with creativity and precision.

About Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

Luxus is an exclusive AEC recruiting firm managing this search on behalf of Cuhaci & Peterson Architects. 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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