Plumbing Designer

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it's about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

In the role of Plumbing Designer, we'll count on you to:

• Work under the direct supervision of a Senior Engineer. Rely on the engineer, or other technical professional to provide direction and guidance throughout the project duration but will be technically competent with the discipline and software used to produce the plumbing system designs.
• Perform routine plumbing engineering/design assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures for the following systems including domestic cold/hot/recirculated hot water, sanitary waste and vent, primary and secondary roof drainage system, natural gas, fuel oil, medical gases, etc.
• Utilize industry tools/software to develop plumbing system designs and plumbing equipment selections.
• Work independently on small projects, or assist more-senior engineers on larger projects
• Create and maintain the mechanical/plumbing discipline model, systems, content, and overall digital delivery output for that mechanical/plumbing discipline
• Accurately model and annotate the BIM elements in the correct special constraints of the modeling environment, using the current 3D software
• Prepare detailed construction documents, layouts, & diagrams of the plumbing design within the project scope, schedule, and budget, using the current 3D software
• Coordinate the plumbing design with other discipline models through Design Reviews and the 3D Coordination process.
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial/Institutional experience in healthcare a plus
• Mechanical system design experience (HVAC system design, heating/cooling load calculations) a plus.

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Required Qualifications

• Technical degree or a minimum of 3 years related industry experience
• Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure
• Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
• Experience with 3D Coordination tools
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential
• Intermediate understanding of engineering or architectural concepts

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Minnesota: $48,804 - $69,720 Primary Location: United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park Industry: Building Engineering Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Building Mechanical Job Posting: Oct 20, 2025