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Residential Plumbing Designer

ARCXIS, Houston, TX, United States


General Overview of Position ARCXIS seeks Plumbing Designers and Engineers with broad experience in residential plumbing design and engineering. Responsibilities include producing Waste/Vent Designs, Water Piping, Isometrics, Gas Schematics, Fire Sprinklers, and Site Plumbing in AutoCAD, as well as collaborating across disciplines to ensure integrated design solutions.

Essential Functions of the Job

Produce Waste/Vent Design, Water Piping, Isometrics, Gas Schematic, Fire Sprinklers, and Site Plumbing in AutoCAD.

Engineer and design plumbing systems for single- and multi-family, low- and high-rise residential projects.

Generate detailed plumbing design drawings in AutoCAD for construction documentation, bidding, and construction.

Prepare construction documents in AutoCAD.

Collaborate with design staff and drafters to complete projects.

Competencies

AutoCAD

MS Excel

The ability to read blueprints

Compute dimensions from architectural plans

Detail oriented

Ability to work well with other engineers/designers

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.

Code Knowledge

Strong knowledge of NSPC (National Standard Plumbing Code)

ICC International Codes

Uniform building codes

Drive deadlines in dynamic and fast-moving environments.

Team players with exceptional interpersonal skills at all organizational levels.

Self-directed, with good initiative and ability to multitask.

Strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.)

Requirements

BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent comparative experience.

Preferred 3+ years’ experience in Plumbing Design for residential building systems, code compliance, and construction.

Experience in producing Waste/Vent Design, Water Piping, Isometrics, Gas Schematic, Fire Sprinklers, and Site Plumbing.

Experience with mid‑rise multifamily buildings, mixed-use buildings, residential, and enclosed parking garages.

Work Schedule Monday – Friday day shift; additional hours, including weekend hours, may be required in accordance with changing business needs.

Benefits

401(k) with matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

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