Posted 01/20/2026
Job Number: 15301

Plumbing Designer ( Project Engineer)

Indianapolis,, IN Onsite

Industry:  Engineering Firm

Job Category: Engineering

Job Type:  Direct Hire

Salary:  $100,000 - $120,000/Annually

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Job Description

A motivated and detail-oriented Plumbing Engineer/Designer is sought to join a dynamic team in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. The successful candidate will design safe, efficient, and sustainable plumbing systems for various building projects. Collaboration with architects, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and other stakeholders is essential to deliver high-quality solutions that meet client expectations. The role includes developing comprehensive designs, performing hydraulic calculations, and ensuring compliance with local codes and regulations. Experience in core markets such as higher education, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, and government is advantageous. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and upward mobility within the organization.

Plumbing Designer Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with project managers and clients to design plumbing plans
  • Develop comprehensive designs for plumbing systems, including domestic water supply, sanitary drainage, stormwater management, and gas distribution
  • Perform hydraulic calculations to determine flow rates, pipe sizes, pressure drops, and system performance metrics
  • Ensure all designs comply with local codes and regulations as well as best practices in sustainability
  • Meet project deadlines while maintaining quality standards

Plumbing Designer Requirements:

  • 8+ years of plumbing design experience within hospitals, complex manufacturing, labs, or higher education
  • Capability to ensure all designs comply with local codes and regulations as well as best practices in sustainability
  • A bachelor’s degree is preferred
  • Ability to calculate pipe drops
  • Experience designing for at least one of the following: water softening systems, medical gas, lab gas, hospitals, complex manufacturing facilities, or labs
  • An engineering degree is a plus
  • Certification as a Plumbing Designer (CPD) is a huge plus

Benefits:

  • Medical benefits through Anthem Blue Cross, eligible after 30 days, with 80% of the premium paid by the employer
  • 401(k) eligibility after 90 days with a 20% company match.
  • Four weeks of vacation time
  • 40 hours of sick time, which can roll over

If you are a Plumbing Designer looking to take the next step in your career, apply now! #LI-CM1

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