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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Overview

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Plumbing Designer to join their MEP team in Champaign, IL. This role is ideal for someone with CAD/drafting experience (or a trade/technical background) who wants to grow into plumbing and fire-protection design work using Revit and AutoCAD. Estimated salary: $83,768 per year (estimated). Hybrid schedule is negotiable.

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What You’ll Do

• Design plumbing and fire protection systems (domestic water, sanitary, storm drainage, medical gas, fire suppression, etc.).
• Produce construction documents using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Coordinate plumbing and fire protection work with other MEP disciplines and project team members.
• Assist with site surveys, field verification, and construction-phase support as needed.
• Apply and stay current with relevant codes, including the Illinois Plumbing Code, IPC, and NFPA.
• Learn from senior designers and take increasing ownership of tasks and deliverables.

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Qualifications

• Familiarity with CAD, drafting, or design software — professional experience, trade background, or technical coursework qualify.
• Strong spatial and systems-thinking ability.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage your own workload.
• Clear and collaborative written and verbal communication skills.
• Genuine interest in building a long-term career in plumbing design.
• Transferable skills from nontraditional backgrounds are welcome — aptitude and potential matter most.

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Helpful (but Not Required)

• Revit or AutoCAD experience.
• Construction, trades, or engineering field 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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Compensation & Employment Type

• Estimated base pay: $83,768 per year (estimated).
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Hybrid work schedule, negotiable.

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Benefits

• Year-end discretionary bonus (based on company and individual performance).
• Hybrid/negotiable schedule and flexible hours.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• FSA for medical & dependent care.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off that grows with tenure, paid holidays, parental leave.
• Professional development support and reimbursement for certification exam fees and renewals.

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About Confidential Client

Confidential Client is a small, experienced MEP consulting firm that designs mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems for healthcare, K–12, commercial, municipal, and specialty buildings. The team values quality work, integrity, and long-term employee retention. As a small office, you’ll have direct visibility into projects and opportunities to learn from experienced designers and engineers.

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Life in Champaign‑Urbana

Champaign‑Urbana offers small‑city living with cultural amenities, lower costs than major metros, and easy access to major cities.

• Named one of Livability’s 2024 Best Places to Live in the U.S.
• ~2 hours to Chicago & St. Louis with a lower cost-of-living than larger markets.
• Active nightlife, music, dining, Big Ten sports, museums, parks, and family-friendly activities.

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Next Steps

If you’re an early-career designer, trade-skilled drafter, or someone with a technical background eager to build a career in plumbing design, this role is designed to help you grow. Applicants with demonstrated aptitude, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset are encouraged to apply.

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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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