About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, a mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) consulting firm.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Responsibilities

You will join the MEP team as an entry-level Plumbing Designer supporting plumbing and fire protection design across multiple project types. This role combines hands-on CAD/Revit work, coordination with engineers and architects, and occasional field verification.

• Design plumbing and fire protection systems — domestic water, sanitary, storm drainage, medical gas, fire suppression, and related systems
• Produce construction documents using Revit and AutoCAD
• Coordinate plumbing design with other MEP disciplines and project stakeholders
• Assist with site surveys and field verification as needed
• Apply and stay current with applicable codes (Illinois Plumbing Code, IPC, NFPA)

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Qualifications

We welcome applicants from technical, trade, or academic backgrounds who are eager to build a career in plumbing design.

• Familiarity with CAD, drafting, or design software (professional experience, trade background, or coursework all count)
• Strong spatial and systems thinking
• Self-motivated and able to take ownership of assigned work
• Clear, collaborative written and verbal communication
• Genuine interest in a long-term plumbing design career
• Transferable skills from nontraditional backgrounds are encouraged — aptitude and potential are valued

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Helpful but Not Required

• Direct Revit or AutoCAD experience
• Construction, trades, or engineering background
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Certified Plumbing Designer (CPD) or interest in pursuing certification

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Benefits & Work Arrangements

• Year-end discretionary bonus (based on company and individual performance)
• Hybrid work schedule (negotiable)
• Flexible hours
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• FSA for medical and dependent care
• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO that grows with tenure, paid holidays, parental leave
• Professional development support — certification fees reimbursed when applicable

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Life in Champaign–Urbana / Decatur area

Not local? This region offers small-city living with major amenities, a lower cost of living than nearby major metro areas, and strong local culture (music, dining, parks, and Big Ten sports). It’s within driving distance of Chicago and St. Louis while remaining more affordable.

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About the Employer

Confidential Client is a mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) consulting firm that designs building systems across healthcare, K–12, commercial, municipal, and specialty projects. The team values quality work, integrity, and long-term staff development. This is a close-knit environment where employees’ lives outside work are respected.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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