Junior Plumbing Engineer (EIT)

Junior Plumbing Engineer (EIT)

Location: Austin, Texas, United States
Employment type: Direct hire, full-time
Reports to: Vice President of the MEP Department

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated Junior Plumbing Engineer (EIT) to join our MEP team. This early-career role offers the opportunity to develop expertise in plumbing system design while working with experienced Professional Engineers on commercial, educational, municipal, healthcare, and institutional projects.

The Junior Plumbing Engineer supports the design, analysis, and coordination of plumbing and piping systems for building projects under the supervision of licensed Professional Engineers. The role assists with engineering calculations, construction documents, field investigations, and multidisciplinary project coordination. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, detail-oriented, and interested in a long-term career in MEP consulting engineering.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with designing 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.
• Research and apply local, state, and national plumbing codes and standards.
• Collect project data, evaluate design alternatives, and help develop practical engineering solutions.
• Use AutoCAD, Revit, and related engineering software to prepare and update construction documents.
• Assist with quantity takeoffs and construction cost estimates.
• Review shop drawings, equipment submittals, and RFIs during construction.
• Participate in field investigations, site visits, construction observations, and preparation of related reports and records.
• Assist project managers and senior engineers with project delivery and coordination across plumbing, mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural disciplines.
• Participate in project meetings and quality control reviews; maintain project documentation and communicate task progress.
• Work toward a Texas Professional Engineer (P.E.) license and develop knowledge of codes, industry practices, project budgeting, scheduling, and client communication.
• Participate in training and continuing education and stay current with industry technologies and sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited university.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required, or ability to obtain it within six months of hire.
• 2–3 years of engineering experience preferred; MEP consulting internship, co-op, or other experience preferred.
• Basic familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit; understanding of plumbing systems and building design fundamentals.
• Familiarity with IPC, UPC, and applicable building codes preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, communication, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• 22–28 days of PTO and 8 paid holidays.
• 401(k) and defined pension plan.
• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance ($30,000 benefit), short-term and long-term disability insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional voluntary life insurance for the employee, spouse, and dependent children.
• Reimbursement for job-related professional development.