At dbHMS, we are a collection of doers and thinkers! We combine our passion for engineering with our client’s vision to realize successful construction projects in our community and worldwide. Together with our clients, we are dedicated to leaving a legacy of stewardship and innovation through our impact on the built environment. Our staff of talented individuals and unique characters is united in their dedication to deliver high-performance, efficient, and sustainable buildings worldwide.
Our Design Studio team, in our Chicago office is seeking an Entry Level Plumbing Engineer. This role will support our engineering team in staying focused on our mission of delivering high quality projects.
Our dynamic work environment provides the perfect opportunity to advance your career while developing and fine-tuning your skills along with offering a supportive office culture, diverse workforce, flexible work schedules, and regular social events. At dbHMS, you will find everything you need for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career.
dbHMS is committed to a diverse workforce and to providing a safe, accessible workplace. Most duties will be performed in an office environment. dbHMS currently operates with both hybrid and remote-only work policies. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, and frequently is required to walk. The work typically requires the use hands to type, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The typical week consists of five, eight-hour shifts.
Occasional overnight travel may be required to our other locations.
dbHMS offers a competitive benefits package* that includes:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Insurance - Health, Dental, Vision and Life
Paid Time Off
Professional Trade Organization dues Re-Imbursement
Waiting period may apply.
Position Overview
Do more than just build! Our Plumbing Engineers execute the design of Plumbing systems involved in building construction projects. In this position, we will rely on Plumbing Engineers to assist senior engineers on project related tasks while they learn and advance their skills. Typical responsibilities associated with this position include drafting, calculations, and designing system components under supervision. Candidates must be able to perform basic drafting, have a B.S. degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering. This candidate will also assist senior engineers to complete calculations, studies reports and drawings.
Essential Job Functions
Operate BIM Software.
Read and understand construction documents, floor plans and equipment details.
Operate computer software such as Microsoft Office programs to perform engineering tasks.
Assist in the design of Plumbing systems under supervision.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor as needed.
Perform load calculations under the supervision of a senior engineer.
Requirements
Minimum Education: B.S. degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering
Basic engineering or construction background
Additional Preferred Qualifications
E.I.T
Completion of an Internship in an MEP Consulting firm.
Revit Knowledge
Other Skills/Abilities
Ability to multi-task by working on multiple overlapping projects.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to maintain professional, polite and prompt communication.
Motivated self-starter and fast learner committed to learning on the job and personal self-development.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Engineering Services
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