Plumbing Designer

About the role

Barton Associates is a premier, multi-disciplinary engineering firm specializing in MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing/Fire Protection) design and architectural lighting solutions. With 6 office locations, we are committed to delivering excellence in the built environment.

We take immense pride in being an Employee-Owned Firm, which means our success is your success, reflected in our culture and numerous accolades:

• Nationally Recognized MEP Giants Top 100 Firm
• Best Places to Work in PA

Key Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HVAC design and a passion for delivering high-quality engineering solutions. This role involves leading HVAC projects, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring the successful completion of projects on time and within budget.

• Input of data into computer programs
• Performs basic design calculations
• Design and layout of basic project elements
• Research code requirements
• Draft designs he/she has originated or provided by lead Engineer or Designer
• Assists in preparing studies and reports
• Become familiar with discipline technical specifications
• Performs basic fieldwork, surveys, and research to document existing conditions

Additional Duties May Include

• Is assigned to a project team and is under supervision of project’s discipline lead Engineer
• Prepares studies, reports, opinions, and recommendations for the approval of the project lead Engineer
• Makes recommendations regarding basic systems
• Performs design calculations and makes basic design layouts required in the projection of a complete set of working drawings
• May assist lead Engineer in design of more complex system elements
• Researches code requirements
• Aids in the preparation of opinions of probable construction costs
• Consults with public agencies and other organizations concerning utilities, design requirements, and required approvals
• May assist lead Engineer or Construction Services Representative during construction by reviewing shop drawings, responding to informational requests, preparing addendums and/or bulletins, and making site visits
• May delegate drafting tasks of designs he/she has originated to discipline BIM technicians and supervise production of same
• May coordinate discipline components and design with other project team members

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of a 2-year degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology
• 3+ years of experience as a plumbing designer in the MEP industry
• Ability to remain current with discipline state-of-the-art design
• Ability to learn and become knowledgeable in various codes and regulations concerning discipline
• Intermediate written and oral communication skills
• Intermediate to advanced level working with AutoCAD, BIM, REVIT, and Microsoft Office365