Arup Group Limited

Senior Plumbing Engineer

Arup Group Limited$102K — $125K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, architectural, civil, or environmental engineering.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in plumbing and fire protection system design.
  • Familiarity with UPC, IPC, IBC, ASPE standards, LEED Water Efficiency, TDSHS, FGI, and NFPA codes.
  • Experience with diverse building types, including offices, hotels, and data centers.
  • Proficiency in Revit for design drawings and 3D models preferred.
  • Strong communication and collaborative skills in a team environment.
  • Excellent planning and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design plumbing and fire protection systems across various market sectors.
  • Prepare drawings, including plumbing schedules and riser diagrams.
  • Perform system design calculations and maintain accurate records.
  • Select and specify equipment for building systems.
  • Develop project-specific specifications tailored to client needs.
  • Coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines and attend client meetings.
  • Support construction administration and mentor junior engineers.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for involvement in technically complex and mission-critical facilities.
  • Hybrid working model allowing flexibility in work location.
  • Potential for further professional development and mentoring roles.
Full Job Description
We are currently seeking a Senior Plumbing Engineer to join us in our Chicago Office, to work on design plumbing and fire protection systems including domestic cold-water systems, domestic hot water systems, specialty water systems, sanitary drainage and vent systems, storm drainage systems, natural gas distribution systems, laboratory gas systems, grease waste systems, acid waste and vent systems, other specialty plumbing and fire suppression systems.

This role supports a broad range of building types, with opportunities to contribute to technically complex and mission-critical facilities.

The Opportunity
  • Design plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings and structures across a variety of market sectors. Prepare drawings detailing system designs, including plumbing schedules, floor plans, enlarged plans, details, and riser diagrams.
  • Prepare sketches and narratives for SD packages; develop Revit drawings for DD deliverables and construction documents.
  • Perform system design calculations, code analysis, and maintain accurate design records.
  • Select and specify equipment for use in building systems.
  • Prepare written reports describing proposed systems and design alternatives.
  • Develop project-specific specifications tailored to client and project needs.
  • Coordinate work with engineers and designers across multiple disciplines.
  • Attend meetings and communicate with clients to establish requirements and resolve design issues.
  • Incorporate sustainable and resilient design strategies based on client and project needs.
  • Support construction administration activities, including site visits, review of submittals and RFIs, troubleshooting construction issues, and preparation of site observation reports.
  • Mentor junior plumbing engineers and designers.
  • Coordinate with city officials and Fire Marshal offices as required for project delivery.

Is This Role Right for You?
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, architectural, civil, or environmental engineering.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in the design and specification of plumbing and fire protection systems.
  • Familiarity with relevant codes and standards, including UPC, IPC, IBC, ASPE standards, LEED Water Efficiency, TDSHS, FGI, and NFPA.
  • Experience designing a variety of building types, which may include offices, hotels, data centers, laboratories, high-rise buildings, and other technically complex facilities.
  • Proficiency in Revit for developing design drawings and 3D models of plumbing and piping systems preferred.
  • Ability to deliver high-quality work within established schedules and budgets.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment.
  • Excellent planning, organization, and time-management skills in a fast-paced setting.
  • Highly motivated, proactive, and willing to take on new challenges.
  • Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Excel, Word, and Navisworks.

Other / Preferred Qualifications
  • Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred, or ASPE CPD (Certified in Plumbing Design) in the U.S.
  • Strong foundation in plumbing engineering fundamentals.
  • LEED AP or WELL accreditation.

Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal.If this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to ourTalent Community iswhere you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.

Chicago Hiring Range- The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Chicago is $102,000 - $125,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Chicago will differ.

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About Arup Group Limited

Arup Group Limited is a British multinational professional services firm that provides engineering, architecture, design, planning, project management and consulting services for all aspects of the built environment. The company was founded in London in 1946 by Sir Ove Arup. It has a global presence with offices in over 40 countries and employs over 16,000 people. Arup has worked on many high-profile projects including the Sydney Opera House, the Centre Pompidou in Paris, and the Beijing National Stadium. The company is known for its innovative and sustainable approach to design and has won numerous awards for its work.
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