Job Description

Plumbing Designer / Plumbing Engineer (MEP)

Location: Maitland, FL (Orlando Area) – 100% In-Office
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, Standard Business Hours (40+ hours/week; overtime available based on workload)
Salary Range: $70,000 – $100,000+ (DOE) + Overtime Eligibility (for non-degreed candidates)
Relocation Assistance: Available for top candidates
Visa Sponsorship: Not available

Represented By: Luxus Group Recruiting – AEC Talent Partners
Client: Matern Professional Engineering

About Matern Professional Engineering

Matern Professional Engineering is a highly respected, Florida-based MEP consulting firm known for delivering technically precise, code-compliant, and constructible engineering solutions across a diverse portfolio of building types. With a strong presence throughout Central Florida and beyond, Matern has built a reputation for excellence in:

• Healthcare & hospital systems

• K-12 and higher education facilities

• Government and municipal infrastructure

• Commercial office and institutional buildings

The firm emphasizes collaboration, technical rigor, and long-term client relationships, making it an ideal environment for engineers who want hands-on involvement and real project impact—not just production work.

Matern is seeking a Plumbing Designer / Engineer to join their growing team in Maitland, FL. This is a high-impact, full-cycle design role where you will contribute to the engineering of complex building systems from concept through construction administration.

You will be responsible for the design, layout, and coordination of plumbing systems across a variety of project types, working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams, architects, and clients.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced MEP consulting environment, enjoys solving complex design challenges, and wants to grow within a technically strong organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop plumbing systems for commercial and institutional buildings, including:

  • Sanitary and vent systems

  • Domestic cold and hot water systems

  • Storm drainage systems

  • Grease waste systems

  • Compressed air and specialty gas piping systems

• Produce and coordinate construction documents using Revit (BIM environment)

• Perform system sizing, layout, and equipment selection in accordance with applicable codes

• Collaborate with:

  • Mechanical and electrical engineers

  • Architects and project stakeholders

  • Clients and contractors

• Review and redline:

  • Shop drawings

  • Vendor submittals

  • Architectural and engineering plans

• Conduct code research and compliance analysis (local, state, and national plumbing codes)

• Interface with city, county, and state agencies for permitting and approvals

• Participate in site visits, field investigations, and construction administration

• Troubleshoot design and field issues with practical, buildable solutions

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of plumbing design experience within an MEP consulting firm environment

• Strong working knowledge of:

  • Plumbing system design principles

  • Applicable plumbing codes and standards

• Proficiency in:

  • Revit (required)

  • AutoCAD (preferred)

• Experience with:

  • Commercial, healthcare, education, or government projects

• Strong communication and coordination skills

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, deadline-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (for salaried track)

• EIT or PE track candidates strongly encouraged

• 3–10+ years of experience for mid-to-senior level consideration

• Experience with healthcare or institutional projects (highly valued)

Compensation & Structure

• $70K – $100K+ base salary depending on experience

• Non-degreed candidates: Hourly + 1.5x overtime eligibility

• Degreed engineers: Salaried

• Relocation assistance available for top candidates

Important Hiring Criteria

• Must have plumbing design experience in MEP consulting (buildings)

• Fire protection-only experience is NOT sufficient

• No oil & gas, industrial piping, or non-building system backgrounds

• Must be comfortable working 100% in-office (Maitland, FL)

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Work on high-profile, technically challenging projects across multiple sectors

• Join a stable, respected MEP firm with strong repeat clients

• Gain exposure to full project lifecycle—from design through construction

• Be part of a collaborative, technically driven engineering culture

• Clear opportunity for growth into senior design or engineering roles