Plumbing Designer

Job Summary

Mazzetti's Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) Consulting Engineering Practice is dedicated to designing high performance, resilience, and sustainable solutions for the built environment, with a keen focus on Healthcare and Infrastructure projects. Our team of experts combines technical excellence with a collaborative, client-focused approach to deliver exceptional outcomes.

Core Responsibilities

• Assist with or lead the design of plumbing and fire protection systems for healthcare, science & technology, higher education, infrastructure, commercial, and other complex building projects, depending on experience.
• Prepare plumbing system layouts, equipment selections, calculations, specifications, and construction documents.
• Develop plumbing system designs using Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and other design software.
• Coincordinate plumbing systems with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and specialty disciplines.
• Review engineering drawings and technical documentation for quality, constructability, and code compliance appropriate to experience level.
• Apply applicable building codes, industry standards, and Mazzetti quality expectations throughout project delivery.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, architects, contractors, vendors, and clients throughout all phases of project delivery.
• Participate in multidisciplinary coordination meetings and design reviews.
• Support construction administration by responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, participating in field observations, and resolving design questions during construction.
• Contribute to successful project delivery by supporting schedule, quality, and client expectations.

Team Collaboration & Professional Growth

• Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams across Mazzetti offices.
• Learn from experienced plumbing engineers and designers through mentorship and project collaboration.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and knowledge sharing across the Plumbing discipline.
• As experience grows, provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

Work Location

This is a hybrid position based in either the San Francisco or Sacramento, CA areas, involving primarily working from home, client site visits throughout Northern California, and occasional presence in our San Francisco or Sacramento offices as needed for project collaboration and team-building activities.

Travel Requirements

Approximately 10-15% travel, primarily within the Northern California region based on project assignments.

Education & Experience

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Architectural Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent plumbing design experience.
• 0+ years of plumbing design experience within the AEC consulting industry.
• Experience with, or a strong interest in, healthcare and other complex building projects is preferred.
• Experience preparing construction documents and coordinating multidisciplinary building systems is preferred.
• Strong interest in building systems design and ongoing professional development.

Technical Expertise

• Knowledge of plumbing and fire protection building systems appropriate to experience level.
• Familiarity with applicable plumbing codes and industry standards.
• Experience with or willingness to learn Revit, AutoCAD, and/or Bluebeam.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Licenses & Certifications

• Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Plumbing Designer (CPD), and other relevant certifications preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), company paid short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), and life insurance.
• Participation in our company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Performance based bonuses.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Generous PTO and 9 paid holidays.
• Flexible work options: fully remote, hybrid, or in-office options, with flexible hours (depending on the role)
• Wellness program with live and on-demand fitness classes, mental health resources, wellness challenges, and incentives for healthy habits
• Paid parental leave and EAP Services.
• Funding for memberships, licenses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement.
• Mentorship opportunities to help you grow in your career.
• Home office support: Reimbursement for cellphone and internet costs for qualifying employees.
• Home office package and additional reimbursement opportunities for work-related expenses.
• Community engagement: Paid volunteer time-off annually.
• Employee engagement programs and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
• Gain hands-on experience furthering Mazzetti’s mission of making environments better through the Sextant Foundation. Learn more here.

About the Role

Mazzetti is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and value individuals from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to and promote an inclusive environment where everyone is respected and empowered to contribute. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. Join us in shaping a brighter future through engineering and innovation.