Burns & McDonnell

Staff Plumbing Engineer - Mission Critical (Fort Worth and Dallas)

Burns & McDonnell$80K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program with 3+ years of experience, consulting preferred.
  • Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2+ years of experience, consulting preferred.
  • Experience with plumbing engineering, including design of various systems such as waste, water, and drainage.
  • Familiarity with standard engineering practices and codes within the MEP AE services industry.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), and plumbing analysis software.

Responsibilities

  • Perform full-scale plumbing design from conceptualization to construction administration.
  • Review and modify plumbing production drawings across diverse project types.
  • Design plumbing systems following project managers' specifications and requirements.
  • Research project-related data and documentation as needed for project managers.
  • Engage in cross-discipline coordination and attend internal meetings to enhance project integration.
  • Update construction documentation and coordinate corrections using CAD software.
  • Compile information for client presentations and manage contract administration for various facilities.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on mission-critical, multibillion-dollar projects in a growing industry.
  • Collaborative team environment with diverse project types and settings.
  • Access to professional development opportunities and continued education.
  • Potential for travel to project sites, enhancing practical experience.
  • Inclusivity and support for veterans and disabled individuals.
Full Job Description
Description

Burns & McDonnell is a company comprised of more than 14,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants, and entrepreneurs with offices across the country and throughout the world. Burns & McDonnell's Mission Critical team was ranked #2 by the ENR in 2023. We have exciting opportunities for those interested in growing their careers in one of the most fast-paced, innovative sectors of high-tech building design and construction. Project focus would be mission-critical data center projects. This opportunity hires directly into our Mission Critical team and into a multibillion-dollar industry that is growing exponentially. Data Centers are an aggressive market for Burns & McDonnell and are highlighted by several priority articles on our site. Mission Critical is an international practice for Burns & McDonnell involving exciting, collaborative work across many departments.

The Staff Plumbing Engineer will work on project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government and military facilities. The Staff Plumbing Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting plumbing plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

What you will do
  • Perform plumbing design of projects from the conceptual phase through construction administration efforts.
  • Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
  • Design plumbing systems for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
  • Apply experienced discipline knowledge of industry standard plumbing engineering/design practices, principles, codes, and procedures within the MEP AE services industry.
  • Research and compile project related data as required by the project managers.
  • Participate in cross discipline coordination and internal meetings.
  • Update project construction documentation provided by senior engineers. Coordinate and verify corrections are made across platform of CAD related software.
  • Compiles information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
  • Performs field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program. and 3 years of mechanical engineering experience, consulting preferred. Required or
  • Bachelor Degree in Mechanical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. and 3 years of plumbing engineering experience, consulting preferred. Required or
  • Master Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 2 years of mechanical engineering experience, consulting preferred. Required
  • Experience in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Eg. design sanitary waste and vent, hot water systems, storm drainage, grease waste including grease interceptors, domestic and non-potable water systems, size and select hot water heaters, pumps, valve components.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
  • Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
  • Strong computer skills. (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
  • Strong computer skills include AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), 3D Rendering Programs, hydraulic analysis, and plumbing analysis programs.
  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
  • Engineers in Training-EIT Certification Preferred.
  • Certified in Plumbing Design (CPD) Certification Preferred.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Mechanical Engineering

Primary Location US-TX-Fort Worth

Other Locations US-TX-Dallas

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 241912

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-EH #GFS

About Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
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