Design Engineer

Design Engineer

Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of plumbing and fire protection systems into overall building designs. Complete feasibility studies and probable cost estimates. Oversee the production of construction documents (plans, details, schedules, specifications). Conduct quality assessments and assist with construction administration. Ensure adherence to plumbing processes and procedures and compliance with all relevant codes, standards, regulations, and guidelines. Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on design and technical issues.

Responsibilities

1. Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to integrate plumbing and fire protection systems into building designs.
2. Complete feasibility studies and probable cost estimates.
3. Oversee the production of construction documents including plans, details, schedules, and specifications.
4. Conduct quality assessments and assist with construction administration.
5. Ensure adherence to plumbing processes and procedures, and compliance with codes, standards, regulations, and guidelines.
6. Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on design and technical issues.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Revit, Plumbing design, and Plumbing/Fire protection.
• Professional Engineer certification.
• 6-8 years of experience in design engineering.
• Experience with HVAC and Fire protection design.
• Professional Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in designing plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Thorough working knowledge of engineering software such as Revit, BIM, CAD, and other system sizing and design programs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Professional Engineering license (P.E.) preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of plumbing codes and standards.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work on time and within budget.

Work Environment

This role involves working with various technologies and equipment to design and oversee plumbing and fire protection systems. Typical office hours apply, but flexibility may be required to meet project deadlines. The work environment is collaborative, requiring effective communication with team members and stakeholders. Dress code is business casual.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $58.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Madison, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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