Entry Level Plumbing Engineer

The Opportunity

PAE is seeking a motivated and inquisitive Entry-Level Plumbing Engineer to join our Portland team in a hybrid office environment. This role is designed for a proactive individual looking to build a career in plumbing system design for the built environment. Under the mentorship of experienced project leads, you will transition from academic theory to professional practice, learning to design and model plumbing and engineering distribution systems.

You will play a foundational role in supporting project teams while developing technical mastery in industry-standard software and plumbing codes.

PAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality. By leveraging the latest technologies, we solve problems in unique ways, and our designs enable buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient. PAE is trusted by our clients in every aspect of a project's lifespan, from idea to occupancy. We set ambitious goals backed by analysis to significantly conserve water and energy while balancing costs and long-term operational needs.

As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to our clients, our communities, and our planet. We embrace innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity.

• Develop an understanding of plumbing system design, modeling and documentation
• Develop proficiency using Revit and AutoCAD as design/drafting tools
• Provide task-based support for engineering distribution and Plumbing
• Develop an understanding of drawings, specifications, building codes, and plumbing design industry standards
• Complete assigned work with instruction from project team members
• Assist with construction administration
• Perform mechanical calculations and performance simulations
• Design layout of plumbing systems
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering for discipline work
• Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) or ability to obtain
• Internship experience preferred
• Revit/AutoCAD
• Analytical skills, strategic thinking
• Passionate about results
• Organization
• Clear communication
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Microsoft Office Suite

• Hiring Base Salary Range: $68,600 - $82,800 annual
• This position is eligible for time and a half overtime pay

The base salary is one component of PAE’s competitive compensation package for employees. We take into consideration a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, internal equity and geographic location in determining exact salary offered. At PAE, employees are eligible for annual compensation reviews based on performance and business needs. The above range represents PAE's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

In addition, PAE offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:

• Employer paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Annual 401k profit sharing based on company profit for the year and account contribution
• Professional development reimbursements including state registration and professional association dues
• Employer paid commuter/parking stipend
• Cell phone stipend
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• Hybrid work schedule
• Employee Assistance Program
• 9 paid holidays including an additional employee-selected day
• Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays and vacation
• Time-and-a-half pay for eligible overtime
• To learn more about our comprehensive benefits package, visit  This information is provided per the Equal Pay Act

PAE is a JUST label certified company; we demonstrate JUST label requirements within pay equity. Pay scales should meet or exceed applicable legislated wage requirements and industry standards and compensate, on the same basis, all individuals performing the same or similar work and work of equal value. We are committed to the principle of pay equity - paying employees equitably for substantially similar work.

To learn more about pay equity and our commitments to equitable business practices, you may view our JUST label certification here:
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