Plumbing Engineer

Plumbing Engineer

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us: 

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary: Our Chicago, IL and Greenwood Village, Co office are seeking a Plumbing Engineer to work in a fast-paced multi-discipline team environment. Our Plumbing Engineers are responsible for designing building plumbing systems and producing plumbing construction documentation for commercial, residential, mixed-use, and institutional projects, including hotels, apartment buildings, retail/commercial spaces, and educational facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Plumbing and piping system design including domestic/potable water system design, domestic hot water systems design, sanitary sewer system design and storm water system design.
• Plumbing engineering calculations, equipment sizing and selection, system layout and coordination.
• Reading and understanding construction documents, floor plans, specifications and equipment details.
• Drawing production and Building Information Modeling (BIM) for plumbing systems.
• Applying knowledge of building codes and industry standards.
• Writing and editing specifications, reports, narratives and surveys.
• Coordination with other internal disciplines.

Qualifications and Experience:

To succeed in this role, you need to meet the following basic requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or architectural engineering with Plumbing emphasis or equivalent industry experience.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in plumbing and piping system engineering and design.
• Ability to operate AutoCAD and Revit BIM software.
• Detailed knowledge of building codes and industry standards.
• Efficient in MS Office, Outlook, and engineering calculation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Creative thinker with effective teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced multi-discipline team environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively in the face of shifting projects and deadlines.
• A confident and positive attitude with colleagues and clients.

Location: Chicago, IL or Greenwood Village, CO (hybrid)

Travel: Up to 10%

Compensation & Benefits:

The expected base salary range for this role is $75,000 - $90,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.