Plumbing Engineer / MEP Design Engineer

Job Title : Plumbing Engineer / MEP Design Engineer Location : Alhambra, CA (Hybrid : 3 days Remote & 2 days On-site) Employment Type : Full-Time Salary : $125,000 - $150,000 annually (based on experience) Company Introduction This role is with a growing MEP consulting engineering firm based in Southern California. The organization is known for its collaborative, process-driven culture and technically strong team, delivering high-quality mechanical, electrical, and plumbing designs across a diverse portfolio of commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and mixed-use projects. The firm emphasizes smart systems, strong coordination, and client-focused delivery. This position is ideal for an experienced, plumbing-led MEP engineer who enjoys owning projects, working closely with clients, and contributing to a high-performing engineering team. Role Overview The Plumbing Engineer / MEP Design Engineer is a plumbing-led, project-oriented role responsible for delivering coordinated MEP designs from concept through construction. This individual will lead plumbing scopes while collaborating closely with mechanical and electrical disciplines to produce efficient, code-compliant, and constructible designs. Success in this role requires strong technical plumbing expertise, hands-on project management experience, and the ability to serve as a confident point of contact for clients and project stakeholders. The ideal candidate is process-driven, software-savvy, and comfortable balancing design execution with project leadership responsibilities. Core Responsibilities Lead plumbing system design for domestic water, sanitary, storm, gas, and specialty systems as applicable. Develop plumbing system concepts aligned with project requirements, client expectations, and applicable codes. Perform plumbing calculations, fixture counts, system sizing, and equipment selections. Manage plumbing-led project scopes from concept through construction, ensuring schedule, budget, and quality alignment. Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for clients, architects, and consultants on plumbing and MEP coordination. Coordinate plumbing designs with mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and architectural disciplines. Participate in multidisciplinary coordination meetings and BIM / Revit workflows. Prepare, review, and oversee construction documents, specifications, and technical reports. Support construction administration activities including RFIs, submittals, site visits, and field observations. Assist with proposal development, scope definition, and fee estimates for plumbing and MEP work. Mentor junior designers and contribute to internal QA / QC standards and processes. Ensure all designs comply with applicable codes, local amendments, and project standards. Required Background Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline. Minimum 5–7 years of plumbing design experience within an MEP consulting environment. Certified Plumbing Designer (CPD) license required or in progress. Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, codes, and design standards. Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for MEP design. Experience producing fully coordinated construction documents. Demonstrated project management experience with client-facing responsibility. Strong communication, organization, and cross-discipline collaboration skills. High attention to detail with a quality- and process-focused mindset. Professional Engineer (PE) license or active path toward licensure required. Compensation & Perks Competitive base salary up to $150,000, based on experience and licensure. Hybrid work schedule (3 days in office, 2 days remote). Opportunity to work on diverse and technically engaging projects. Support for professional development, licensure, and long-term career growth. Collaborative team environment focused on quality, communication, and continuous improvement.