SVM ยท 1 week ago
Plumbing Engineer
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$85K/yr - $140K/yr
3+ years expSVM is a leading mechanical contractor specializing in design-build commercial HVAC and plumbing services. As a Plumbing Engineer, you will be responsible for drafting, developing, and implementing plumbing and process piping systems, while also preparing technical reports and conducting load calculations.
Building MaintenanceConstructionHeating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)Industrial Engineering
Hiring Manager
Mindi McDermott
Responsibilities
Collaborates daily with the Lead Engineer and asks questions to gain clarity on established processes and procedures, and standards
Learns the design responsibilities of the role specific to each project and our drafting software Revit/CAD
Assists the Plumbing Engineering Team with project designs
Learns how to size plumbing equipment and perform accurate calculations for waste/water/vent, pipe sizing, water heater/boiler sizing, friction loss, etc
Partners with their mentor to work on load calculations with the expectation of the following amount to be completed. Responsible for completing 1 - 2 calculations by 90 days
Performs CAD/Revit drawing of basic plumbing and/or process piping systems for assigned projects and submits for review and approval upon completion
Learns the process for filling out a Basis of Design (BOD) that is used for defining project requirements
Successfully performs design calculations and other design decisions and asks thoughtful questions if needed
Demonstrates an ability to execute responsibilities of equipment selection and scheduling. Collaborates with their mentor to complete system schematics and process and instrumentation diagrams
Demonstrates a deeper understanding of Plumbing systems. Understands 3+ systems and able to complete design for hot & cold water, natural gas, waste & vent and condensate independently
Qualification
Required
3-5 years of experience in commercial plumbing design, piping design or similar field
High school diploma or general education degree (GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or similar field
Proven experience with plumbing process piping design
Ability to evaluate, provide diagnosis and necessary solutions on existing systems
Demonstrates proficiency in atypical systems in the plumbing industry
Demonstrated experience interpreting CA plumbing, mechanical, fire, and building codes
Possesses an EIT certification
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), AutoCAD, Revit, and Bluebeam
Benefits
Medical / Dental / Vision / Life & Disability Insurance / FSA
Robust Maternity & Paternity Leave
EAP
Paid Holidays
PTO
Interactive Breakroom
401k w/ Employer Contribution
Employee Referral Bonus
Positive Pulse
Volunteer Opportunities
Team Building Activities
Employee Activities
Company
SVM
SVM is a full service mechanical contractor, specializing in design-build commercial HVAC, plumbing, and service / maintenance, including 24-hour emergency services.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Blaine Flickner
Partner
Brian Pyle, P.E.
Partner
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