Overview
On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 6 Month(s)
No Travel Required
Skills
Plumbing Engineer
BIM
Revit MEP
AutoCAD
Manufacturing
Fabrication
Spool Drawing
Job Details
Role: Plumbing Engineer
Location: Austin, TX
Duration: 6+ Months (Contract to hire)
Position Description
The client is seeking a Plumbing Engineer to play a pivotal role in building our Texas Gigafactory. Help create and optimize the factory of the future by bringing conceptual designs to life, produce cutting-edge detailed design of Plumbing and other factory utility systems that are fully integrated with manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities
- Lead plumbing design engineering from conceptual design through construction administration, coordinating with multiple disciplines to meet budget and schedule requirements.
- Design comprehensive plumbing systems, including domestic water, hot water, reclaimed and treated water, sanitary and vent, storm drainage, pumping, natural gas, and acid waste systems.
- Manage and lead small to medium-scale projects from a plumbing design perspective, ensuring technical quality and constructability.
- Develop and apply design standards and documentation using Revit MEP (including custom family creation), AutoCAD, Navisworks, Revizto, and Bluebeam.
- Produce P&IDs, single-line diagrams, and 2D/3D design presentations for cross-disciplinary coordination meetings.
- Research, propose, and implement innovative and conventional solutions to complex engineering challenges.
- Review drawing packages and submittals for technical accuracy, aesthetics, and compliance, while effectively prioritizing work in a dynamic environment.
Requirements
- Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in the design of plumbing systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of industry trends and best practices, including experience with load analysis and engineering calculation software.
- Bachelor s degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including IPC, UPC, IBC, IMC, ASPE standards, LEED water efficiency requirements, and NFPA codes.
- Proven experience delivering plumbing engineering services from conceptual design through construction administration.
- Strong proficiency in 3D BIM design tools, particularly Revit MEP; experience with Revit MEP fabrication and spool drawing production preferred.
- Proficient in industry-standard coordination and documentation tools, including Revit MEP Fabrication, AutoCAD, Revizto, Navisworks, and Bluebeam
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