Lam + Tea Engineering

Senior Plumbing Engineer – MEP Consulting

Alhambra, CA, US$110,000-$140,000Posted 2 months ago

Job Description

Lam+Tea Engineering is seeking a motivated and well-rounded Plumbing Engineer / MEP Design Engineer to join our growing consulting design team. This is a hybrid in-office/remote position based in Los Angeles, CA; in-office presence required for collaboration and project needs.

This role is ideal for a plumbing-focused professional who values cross-discipline collaboration and has working knowledge of mechanical systems. You will play a key role in delivering coordinated, high-quality MEP designs across a variety of project types.

While this position is plumbing-led, we highly value candidates who are comfortable supporting and coordinating with mechanical systems and broader MEP scopes. Our goal is to build a versatile team with clear technical ownership and strong collaborative instincts.

Key ResponsibilitiesProject Management & Client Leadership

Manage plumbing-led scopes across multiple projects from concept through construction, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget alignment.
Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for clients, architects, and project stakeholders on plumbing and MEP coordination matters.
Assist Project Managers and Principals with project planning, staffing, fee management, and change management.
Track project progress, deliverables, and deadlines; proactively identify risks and propose solutions.
Lead internal coordination meetings and contribute to external consultant and client meetings as required.
Support proposal development, scope definition, and fee estimates for plumbing and MEP-related work.

Plumbing Design

Lead the design and documentation of plumbing systems including domestic water, sanitary, storm, gas, and specialty systems as applicable.
Develop plumbing system concepts in alignment with project requirements, codes, and client expectations.
Perform plumbing calculations, sizing, fixture counts, and equipment selections.
Ensure plumbing designs comply with applicable codes (UPC/IPC, local amendments) and project standards.
Prepare and review construction documents, specifications, and technical reports.

MEP Coordination & Mechanical Support

Coordinate plumbing systems with mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and architectural disciplines.
Provide mechanical system support or design assistance (HVAC) based on experience level and project needs.
Participate in multidisciplinary coordination meetings and BIM/Revit workflows.
Support integrated MEP design solutions that are constructible, efficient, and code-compliant.

Project & Team Collaboration

Participate in site surveys, field investigations, and construction administration.
Collaborate with clients, architects, and consultants throughout the project lifecycle.
Assist with responding to RFIs, submittals, and construction-phase questions.
Mentor junior designers and contribute to internal QA/QC efforts.

Qualifications & SkillsRequired

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field.
Certified Plumbing Designer (CPD) required or in progress.
Minimum 5–7 years of experience in plumbing design within an MEP consulting environment.
Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, codes, and design standards.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for MEP design.
Experience producing coordinated construction documents.

Preferred / Valued

Working knowledge of mechanical (HVAC) systems and terminology.
Experience supporting or leading plumbing scope on multidisciplinary MEP projects.
Professional Engineer (PE) license or path toward licensure.
Familiarity with sustainable design practices and energy-efficient systems.
Experience with commercial, residential, healthcare, education, or mixed-use projects.

Soft Skills & Attributes

Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across disciplines.
Organized, detail-oriented, and accountable for technical quality.
Comfortable working in a team-oriented consulting environment.
Curious, adaptable, and interested in developing broader MEP expertise over time.