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At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Senior Plumbing Engineer/Designer

The Building Engineering Services Group (BES) provides mechanical, electrical, plumbing, site civil, structural, and specialty design services for a wide variety of buildings that include public, municipal, private, and Federal project types across the region and globally. With a team of experienced staff in specific market sectors such as Healthcare, Science and Technology, Data Centers, Higher Education, Federal, Transportation, Water, and Resources facilities, we provide engineering excellence for our clients. We have an industry leading focus on sustainable design and energy conservation.

The HDR BES group in New Jersey is looking for a Senior-Level Plumbing Engineer/Designer to join our team.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Senior Plumbing Engineer/Designer, we'll count on you to:

• Manage the plumbing, medical gas, and laboratory gas portions of complex projects including hospitals, research facilities, data centers, and other facility types
• Independently evaluate, select, and apply standard and advanced engineering techniques and procedures to make decisions on a broad range of plumbing design issues
• Complete design of plumbing systems including domestic cold water, domestic hot water, sanitary drainage and vent systems, storm drainage systems, medical gas, laboratory gas, pumping systems, water treatment, reclaimed water, and natural gas distribution systems
• Take responsibility for all aspects of the work, including drawings and specifications, meeting schedules and budgets, and directing assigned staff
• Meet with clients and contractors
• Interpret engineering data for designers and drafters

• Check the drawings on a continuing basis to ensure accuracy and completeness and oversee deliverables to clients for quality control
• Mentor and develop the skills of designers and drafters
• Monitor the schedule and budgets for projects
• Perform field verification and take-offs of existing systems for renovation projects
• Review and summarize applicable codes and for inclusion in the project basis of design, drawings, and specifications
• Coordinate plumbing work with other disciplines and consultants
• Review shop drawings and answer requests for information
• Prepare periodic project status reports for review by the Project Manager and the Department Director
• Write project specifications as required for the plumbing scope of work
• Visit project sites as requested or as contractually required to monitor construction progress and resolve issues in the field
• Perform other duties as needed

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Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 10 years with experience in plumbing system design. This includes experience in code review and interpretation
• Thorough knowledge of applicable building and NFPA Codes pertaining to plumbing systems

• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Take ownership of assignments and work both independently and as part of a large project team
• Strongly motivated, well organized, and showing professional initiative
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or closely related engineering discipline preferred
• PE license preferred. Candidates hired without PE license will have a title of Senior Plumbing Designer
• CPD, GPD, LEED AP, and/or Medical Gas Designer Certification a plus
• Fire protection systems design experience including wet, dry, and specialty systems a plus
• Proficiency in Revit a plus

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.