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, Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Consulting for the global life sciences and food & beverage industries.

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

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Plumbing Engineer to support plumbing system design for complex facilities in the life sciences and food & beverage sectors. In this role you will work under the supervision of a project Engineer-of-Record or Lead Plumbing Engineer to develop practical, code-compliant plumbing designs.

• Perform drainage and fixture calculations, utility assessments, and code evaluations
• Prepare drainage and service plans, schedules, installation details, specifications, and design reports
• Use CAD and BIM tools to produce drawings and coordinate with other disciplines
• Assist in studies, conceptual/schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration
• Conduct basic field investigations and surveys to integrate design with existing systems
• Coordinate with manufacturers, contractors, architects, and internal team members to ensure constructible designs
• Support senior engineers on engineering calculations and technical deliverables

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Minimum Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a Bachelor’s in Architectural Engineering with Mechanical option
• 0–3 years of engineering or design firm experience (entry-level)
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam registration or completion preferred

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Preferred Skills & Tools

• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit preferred
• Experience performing plumbing sanitary waste drainage, venting, stormwater and service piping design
• Familiarity with plumbing codes and the ability to apply code requirements to practical designs
• Experience conducting field surveys and preparing field reports
• Strong communication skills and ability to interface with clients and external partners
• Familiarity with sustainable design standards (LEED, WELL) is a plus

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: USD 72,980 — USD 87,576 per year (provided by source)
• Confidential Client provides a competitive benefits package (medical, retirement, paid time off, etc.). Specific benefits and eligibility will be discussed during hiring.

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Location & Employment Type

• Work location: Irvine, CA — on-site with occasional field visits required
• Employment type: Full-time
• This is an entry-level role that offers mentorship and hands-on design experience in plumbing engineering for advanced facilities.

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Additional Information

• Employment is contingent on background screening.
• Confidential Client is committed to building a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• If you are unable to complete an application due to a disability, contact the employer to request an accommodation or an alternative application process.
• Confidential Client does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies without a prior written agreement.

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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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