Entry Level Plumbing and Fire Protection Designer

About the role

The Entry-Level Plumbing and Fire Protection Designer will support all phases of a project from inception to completion of construction, receiving comprehensive training and mentorship to grow skills and advance a career. Reporting to a Team Lead and Project Manager, the role involves collaboration with senior designers and engineers, working in a collaborative, people‑first environment, and using industry‑leading software and tools to contribute to impactful, sustainable projects.

Responsibilities

• Implement designs as directed by senior designers and engineers.
• Collaborate with technical staff to design and detail new systems, ensuring accuracy, coordination, and adherence to quality assurance measures.
• Participate in on-site observations, information gathering, and interactions with clients and contractors during both the design and construction phases.
• Design plumbing, fire protection, medical, and laboratory gas systems following written and verbal directions from senior designers or engineers.
• Coordinate designs with other disciplines to ensure constructability and maintainability of engineered systems.

Qualifications

• BS Mechanical Engineering or related Science/Engineering Degree (preferred).
• 0 to 3 years of experience.
• Experience with CAD, Revit, Bluebeam Revu software is highly preferred.
• Valid/unrestricted driver license in your state of residency.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Active/Interim security clearance or ability to obtain Secret Security Clearance.
• Willing to travel up to 25%.

Skills

• Demonstrates a high standard of professionalism and client focus/customer service.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Resourceful and flexible.
• Effective at handling multiple tasks.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work collaboratively with multiple team members.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

Pay

The expected base salary range for this role is $68k‑74k USD per year, with eligibility for performance‑based bonuses.