Junior Plumbing Engineer (EIT) | Austin, TX | Hybrid MEP Design
Purple Cow Recruiting · Austin, TX, US
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About the Role
Join an MEP team and develop expertise in plumbing system design alongside experienced Professional Engineers. Work on a variety of commercial, educational, healthcare, and institutional projects. Support the design, analysis, and coordination of plumbing and piping systems under the supervision of licensed Professional Engineers. This role is ideal for an engineer interested in building a long-term career in MEP consulting engineering and working toward P.E. licensure.
Responsibilities
- Assist with design of domestic water, sanitary waste, vent, storm drainage, and specialty plumbing systems.
- Perform calculations for pipe sizing, fixture counts, water demand, drainage systems, and equipment selection.
- Support preparation of plumbing construction drawings, technical specifications, and design documentation.
- Conduct code research and assist with applying local, state, and national plumbing codes and standards.
- Collect and organize project data and evaluate design alternatives.
- Use AutoCAD, Revit, and related software to prepare and update construction documents.
- Assist with quantity takeoffs and construction cost estimates.
- Review shop drawings, equipment submittmits, and RFIs during construction.
- Participate in field investigations, site visits, and construction observations, and document field conditions.
- Assist Project Managers and Senior Engineers with project delivery and coordination.
- Coordinate plumbing designs with mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural disciplines.
- Participate in project meetings with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal teams.
- Support quality control reviews and maintain organized project documentation through closeout.
- Track assigned tasks and communicate progress effectively.
- Work toward obtaining a Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
- Develop proficiency in plumbing codes, regulations, and industry best practices.
- Build familiarity with project budgeting, scheduling, and client communication.
- Stay current on emerging technologies, sustainability initiatives, and building system trends.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, such as Mechanical, Architectural, or a related engineering discipline, REQUIRED
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification REQUIRED
- 5+ years of engineering experience REQUIRED
- Basic familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit
- Understanding of plumbing systems and building design fundamentals
- Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Internship, co-op, or previous experience in MEP consulting engineering preferred
- Familiarity with IPC, UPC, and applicable building codes preferred
Skills
- AutoCAD
- Revit
- Plumbing system design
- MEP design
- Analytical skills
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
Location
- Austin, Texas
Work Type
- Hybrid
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Junior
- 5+ years
Education Level
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
Salary/Compensations
- Compensation details shared during your recruiter conversation
Benefits
- 22–28 days of PTO
- 8 paid holidays
- 401(k) and defined pension plan
- Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care
- Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance ($30,000 benefit)
- Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary life insurance for employee, spouse, and dependent children
- Reimbursement for job-related professional development
About the Company
- Heartline Staffing is hiring for a Junior Plumbing Engineer (EIT) position.