Mechanical Plumbing Designer

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Position Description

As a Mechanical Plumbing Designer, you will integrate the process of document production with a more detailed understanding of systems and systems components. This position can expect exposure to Plumbing design along with calculations, specifications, and an expanded understanding of codes with a continuum advanced practice of three-dimensional Revit system design and production of piping systems. This role will have the ability to take small to medium-sized projects from conception to final design with little input from a senior engineer.

• This position will be an in-office position in Billings, MT - must be in Billings or willing to relocate to Billings, MT

Position Salary Range

The expected salary range for this position is $
70,000 to $
85,000 annually.

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher education in Mechanical Engineering or related field 5+ years of job-related experience
• Intermediate knowledge of Autodesk MEP Revit, Auto CADD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and Outlook
• Ability to design plumbing system for a small to medium size project under minimal guidance from professional engineer from start to finish
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems, such as VAV systems, VRF systems, and Package rooftop systems
• Working knowledge of hydronic pipe sizing, pump selection, duct sizing and fan selection
• Working knowledge of hydronic heating system design and chilled water-cooling system design
• Working knowledge of digital temperature control systems
• Proficient using a heating and cooling load software such as Trane Trace
• Excellent working knowledge of plumbing systems, such as domestic hot & cold-water systems, natural gas, and waste and vent systems
• Working knowledge of pipe sizing and layout of plumbing systems
• Ability to collaborate and efficiently work on a team to produce high-quality construction documents for projects
• Basic knowledge of Plumbing and Mechanical Building Codes
• High level of Quality control and ability to correct design issues
• Client direct communication

Position Responsibilities

• Consult with the client to determine functional requirements of new or renovated systems and/or projects and prepares information regarding design, specifications, estimated costs, and construction time
• Collaborate with other disciplines to produce preliminary concepts and drawings such as developing electrical coordination lists for mechanical equipment
• Review shop drawings for mechanical equipment during the construction administration process
• Perform necessary research for design of complete systems
• Conduct site surveys for as-building existing HVAC and plumbing systems for input into drawings
• Conduct site inspections and prepares field reports for verification that installations meet design document requirements
• Integrate engineering elements into design for client review and approval
• Prepare scale drawings and contract documents for contractors
• Complete cost estimates
• Select equipment and prepare specifications
• Provide basic research to codes and/or jurisdictional requirements
• Perform engineering studies and prepare reports
• Complete all necessary engineering functions to produce quality construction documents
• Site travel and team meetings

Working at Cushing Terrell

Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.

Why Cushing Terrell

At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their kind environments. But more than that, we support a strong, cohesive team — from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging — placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, “design meets you.”

Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.