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Plumbing Designer

Salas O'Brien


Job Location:

Vista, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 85000 - 95000
Posted: 2 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 29 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Plumbing Designer Vista CA

Job Summary:

The Plumbing Designer serves to focus primarily on the design of building-related projects including educational campuses military bases healthcare facilities hotels apartment buildings retail/commercial spaces and more using Revit and AutoCAD software.

General Duties

  • Design plumbing drawings for various building types
  • Develop system design calculations and select equipment for use in buildings including sump pumps sewage ejectors water heating systems water booster stations etc.
  • Preparation of detailed design documents
  • Specification writing/editing
  • Code compliance research
  • Collaborate with various team members for coordinating services with other disciplines
  • Site surveys to determine existing conditions
  • Provide construction administration support including submittal reviews and RFI responses

Skills

  • Familiarity with local and state codes accepted standards and design guidelines
  • Excellent work ethic and character
  • Strong verbal and written communications skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with others but also independently
  • Good time management and organizational skills with the ability to plan and prioritize obligations to meet deadlines

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in plumbing design for various types of facilities
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Revit and Microsoft Office software
  • Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology (a plus but not required)
  • EIT / PE a plus but not required
  • Thorough knowledge of engineering principles and experience in a broad spectrum of building types

Location: On-site in Vista CA

Travel: 10%

The expected base salary range for this role is $85000-$95000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills experience qualifications and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package including:

  • Medical dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • 5 weeks of paid time off and company holidays
  • Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
  • Professional development support

For more information visit our full benefits overview here - Us:

Founded in 1975 Salas OBrien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients our team and the world. We know that tomorrows requirements are todays opportunities and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for educational campuses federal installations and military bases residential buildings data centers healthcare facilities science and technology high-rise buildings clean energy and other building types as well as structural and building sciences infrastructure asset management advanced robotics and more.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas OBrien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state/provincial or local laws. Salas OBrien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Third-Party Agency Notice

Salas OBrien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.


Required Experience:

IC


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Salas O’Brien is an engineering and technical services firm that is focused on advancing the human experience through the built environment.

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