Plumbing Designer/Engineer
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeHybrid
location_on301, Union Street, Central Business District, Belltown, Seattle, King County, Washington, 98101, United States
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic Mid to Senior Plumbing Designer or Engineer to join our team. This role is vital in driving project success across a diverse range of sectors, including high-rise and mid-rise multifamily, affordable housing, commercial office, and retail tenant improvements.
You will be responsible for leveraging your expertise to create effective and sustainable plumbing solutions. Your work will focus on integrating energy-efficient designs, ensuring strict compliance with local codes and policies, and managing projects through various delivery models such as design/bid/build, design assist, and design build. From schematics through construction documents, you will develop contract drawings, perform critical load calculations, and coordinate seamlessly with civil engineers and architects.
In this position, you will engage in a multidisciplinary environment, collaborating to produce integrated project documents and cohesive design strategies. You will also have the opportunity to proactively enhance technical quality by staying updated with emerging technologies and evolving building codes, while contributing to the development of internal tools and templates.
Location & Work Model
To effectively support in-person meetings as needed, candidates must be located within the Seattle area. The role operates on a hybrid model once a physical office is identified.
Application Instructions
Preferred qualifications are desirable but not required. All candidates who meet the basic qualifications are encouraged to apply.
Work location
Work model: Hybrid
301, Union Street, Central Business District, Belltown, Seattle, King County, Washington, 98101, United States
Seattle, Washington
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDevelop project specifications and perform site evaluations
- check_circleCreate contract drawings from schematics through construction documents
- check_circlePerform fire suppression system selection, preliminary design, and create performance specifications
- check_circleCollaborate in a multidisciplinary environment to produce integrated project documents
- check_circleManage projects to ensure timely delivery, quality standards, and adherence to quality control processes
- check_circleDesign plumbing systems including water, gas, sanitary, and storm load calculations
- check_circleReview project submittals, respond to RFIs, and engage with contractors during construction administration
- check_circleCoordinate water, gas, and sewer connections with civil engineers and architects
- check_circleEstablish design standards and prepare technical calculations, reports, and specifications
Requirements
- verified5-7 years plumbing engineering experience
- verifiedProficient in Revit, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office
- verified5+ years modeling plumbing systems in Revit
- verifiedExperience with UPC Appendix M Peak Water Demand Calculations
- verified2-5 years experience with Seattle, King County, WA building codes
- verifiedLocated within Seattle area
- verifiedBachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent
- verifiedExpert knowledge of Washington State and Seattle codes
- verifiedExperience with heat pump water heating systems
- verifiedExperience with rainwater/greywater harvesting systems
- verifiedCPD or CPDT preferred
- verifiedFE/EIT or PE license preferred
- verifiedLEED AP preferred
Nice to Have
Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar related field of study, or equivalent work experience. Expert knowledge of Washington State and Seattle codes, sustainable design, and heat pump water heating system design. Experience designing and coordinating heat pump water heating systems. Experience designing and coordinating rainwater/greywater harvesting systems. CPD or CPDT. FE/EIT or PE license. LEED AP.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Revit, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, Upc Appendix M Peak Water Demand Calculations, Seattle Building Codes, King County Building Codes, Wa Building Codes, Washington State Codes, Sustainable Design, Heat Pump Water Heating System Design.
Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar related field of study, or equivalent work experience.
Frequently asked questions about Plumbing Designer/Engineer at WorkSource Seattle-King County
What does a Plumbing Designer/Engineer at WorkSource Seattle-King County do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Plumbing Designer/Engineer at WorkSource Seattle-King County will develop project specifications and perform site evaluations; create contract drawings from schematics through construction documents; perform fire suppression system selection, preliminary design, and create performance specifications; and collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment to produce integrated project documents.
What are the requirements for this Plumbing Designer/Engineer role?expand_more
WorkSource Seattle-King County is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: 5-7 years plumbing engineering experience; Proficient in Revit, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office; 5+ years modeling plumbing systems in Revit; Experience with UPC Appendix M Peak Water Demand Calculations; 2-5 years experience with Seattle, King County, WA building codes; and Located within Seattle area.
Where is the Plumbing Designer/Engineer role at WorkSource Seattle-King County located?expand_more
Plumbing Designer/Engineer at WorkSource Seattle-King County is based in 301, Union Street, Central Business District, Belltown, Seattle, King County, Washington, 98101, United States. This is a hybrid role.
Is this Plumbing Designer/Engineer job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
WorkSource Seattle-King County has listed this Plumbing Designer/Engineer role as hybrid.
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Plumbing Designer/Engineer at WorkSource Seattle-King County typically requires 5–7 years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Plumbing Designer/Engineer at WorkSource Seattle-King County include Revit; Bluebeam; Microsoft Office; Upc Appendix M Peak Water Demand Calculations; Seattle Building Codes; King County Building Codes; Wa Building Codes; and Washington State Codes.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar related field of study, or equivalent work experience.
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Plumbing Designer/Engineer at WorkSource Seattle-King County is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.
About WorkSource Seattle-King County
WorkSource Seattle-King County is a proud partner of the nationwide system of American Job Centers system coordinated by the U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration (ETA) and provides a full range of assistance to job seekers and businesses under one roof. Established under the Workforce Investment Act, and reauthorized in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act (WIOA) of 2014 with nearly 2,400 American Job Centers (AJCs) located across the U.S. offering job seeker and business related services including: Business: • Recruitment resources (Online & Community Connections) • Hiring events (Promotion & Assistance) • Worker retention (Retraining & Layoff Aversion) • Workforce reductions (WARN Support & Layoffs) • Labor market data & tax incentives Job Seekers: • Finding job openings • Learn strategies for finding a job • Get job referrals and job search assistance • Get help preparing your résumé and getting ready for job interviews • Post your résumé online for employers to see • Assess your skills and get career guidance • Get referred to a training program • Learn how much jobs pay and what jobs are in demand WorkSource is a partnership of multiple organizations from Government, Education and Community-Based Organizations dedicated to addressing Seattle-King County's workforce needs. WorkSource Seattle-King County receives support and funding from a U.S. Department of Labor grant. Read more about this USDOL grant funding at seakingwdc.org/investment-guide. WorkSource is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service: 711 https://www.worksourceskc.org/
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