Job Description

Position Title: Plumbing Engineer
Location: Southwest Houston, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Overview:
A well-established MEP consulting and design firm in Houston is looking to bring on a skilled Plumbing Engineer to support ongoing and upcoming commercial and industrial building projects. This position is based in their Southwest Houston office and involves end-to-end design responsibilities — from concept through construction — for complex plumbing systems across various facility types.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop complete plumbing system designs for potable water, sanitary drainage, stormwater, and specialty piping systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects.

• Prepare detailed plans, layouts, and documentation using tools such as Revit MEP and AutoCAD.

• Perform hydraulic and flow calculations to size piping systems and verify system pressures and flow characteristics.

• Specify and select plumbing components, including fixtures, pumps, valves, water heaters, and related equipment.

• Coordinate system layouts with other engineering disciplines, architects, and project stakeholders to ensure cohesive and clash-free designs.

• Conduct on-site field reviews during installation to verify adherence to design intent and troubleshoot system-related issues.

• Ensure all designs comply with applicable codes, including IPC, UPC, ASPE standards, NFPA, and local jurisdictional requirements.

• Prepare technical reports, construction documents, and cost estimates for plumbing-related portions of projects.

• Incorporate water-saving measures, greywater reuse systems, and other sustainable design elements to improve environmental performance.

• Stay current on emerging technologies and best practices within the plumbing and mechanical design fields.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, or related Engineering discipline.

• At least 5 years of professional experience designing plumbing systems for commercial or industrial buildings.

• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and fluid system modeling tools.

• Strong grasp of building codes, plumbing standards, and fire protection requirements.

• Proven ability to manage technical deliverables and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred Credentials and Experience:

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Texas or the ability to obtain one within a reasonable timeframe.

• Experience in designing for specialized facilities such as hospitals, laboratories, data centers, or manufacturing environments.

• LEED accreditation or a demonstrated understanding of sustainable building design.

• Knowledge of medical gas systems, steam piping, and process water systems.

• Familiarity with HVAC design concepts and BIM coordination best practices.

Why Join:
This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers on high-visibility projects that shape Houston’s built environment. The company provides a collaborative setting, steady project pipeline, and the chance to advance within a growing MEP design team.

Why Join:
This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers on high-visibility projects that shape Houston’s built environment. The company provides a collaborative setting, steady project pipeline, and the chance to advance within a growing MEP design team.