Lead Plumbing Design Engineer
About the role
Opportunity PAE is seeking a technically sharp and collaborative Lead Plumbing Design Engineer in our Boston office to guide project teams through the successful design and execution of complex plumbing and fire protection systems. In this role, you will bridge the gap between high-level design and project management, overseeing the creation of comprehensive deliverables from initial narratives to final construction documents. You will serve as a vital technical mentor, ensuring that plumbing systems for various building types are innovative, cost-effective, and strictly compliant with UPC, IPC, NFPA, and IB standards.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the preparation of deliverables and documents including narratives, calculations, drawings and specifications
- Able to effectively communicate plumbing design options to a diverse stakeholder group
- Determine fire protection and plumbing system requirements for various building types
- Provide design direction, mentorship and guidance for the project team
- Independently evaluate and apply engineering judgment, techniques, and procedures to complete a project from concepts through construction
- Complete the project within the budget and schedule
- Knowledge of other disciplines and direct interdisciplinary coordination
- Provide updates to master specifications; provide input into standards
- Perform plumbing design calculations and equipment selection
- Provide opinions of probable construction costs
- Perform site visits and issues reports
- Implement the project quality management plan (QMP)
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree for discipline work or equivalent experience
- Relevant Professional Credential (i.e., PE, CPD) preferred
- 4+ years’ experience in plumbing design
- Thorough understanding of mechanical engineering concepts, HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection
- Thorough understanding of project phases and their associated deliverables
- Develop the ability to assemble and run a team
- Understand plumbing design concepts and effectively communicate them to others
- Knowledge of applicable plumbing codes and standards including: UPC, IPC, NFPA and IBC
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Revit/AutoCAD
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree for discipline work or equivalent experience
- Relevant Professional Credential (i.e., PE, CPD) preferred
- 4+ years’ experience in plumbing design
- Thorough understanding of mechanical engineering concepts, HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection
- Thorough understanding of project phases and their associated deliverables
- Develop the ability to assemble and run a team
- Understand plumbing design concepts and effectively communicate them to others
- Knowledge of applicable plumbing codes and standards including: UPC, IPC, NFPA and IBC
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Revit/AutoCAD
Skills
- Technical expertise in plumbing design
- Strong communication and mentoring skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Proficiency in relevant software (Revit/AutoCAD)
- Understanding of building codes and standards
Benefits
- Hiring Base Salary Range: $93,000-$114,900 annual
- Time and a half overtime pay
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Employer paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- Annual 401k profit sharing based on company profit for the year and account contribution
- Professional development reimbursements including state registration and professional association dues
- Employer paid commuter/parking stipend
- Cell phone stipend
- Life insurance and disability benefits
- Hybrid work schedule
- Employee Assistance Program
- 9 paid holidays including an additional employee-selected day
- Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays and vacation
Pay
Hiring Base Salary Range: $93,000-$114,900 annual. This position is eligible for time and a half overtime pay. The base salary is one component of PAE's competitive compensation package for employees. We take into consideration a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, internal equity and geographic location in determining exact salary offered.
Schedule
Hybrid work schedule.