Residential Plumbing Designer

As a Residential Plumbing Designer at ARCXIS, your primary responsibilities will include producing Waste/Vent designs, Water Piping layouts, and Isometrics, along with generating detailed construction documents in AutoCAD. You will also be involved in designing plumbing systems for single and multi-family residential structures, ensuring compliance with plumbing codes, and collaborating with other engineers to integrate plumbing designs with overall project goals.

To qualify for the Residential Plumbing Designer role at ARCXIS, candidates must hold a BS in Mechanical Engineering or have equivalent experience. Preferably, you should have at least 3 years of experience in plumbing design for residential building systems, along with proficiency in AutoCAD and knowledge of the NSPC and other relevant codes.

For the Residential Plumbing Designer position at ARCXIS, proficiency in AutoCAD is a must, as you'll be generating detailed plumbing design drawings. Familiarity with MS Excel and strong computer skills in tools like Microsoft Word are also important, as they assist in project documentation and communication.

Working as a Residential Plumbing Designer at ARCXIS means engaging in a dynamic and fast-moving work environment. You'll typically work Monday through Friday during day shifts, although flexibility for additional hours or weekend work may be necessary to meet project deadlines. ARCXIS fosters a team-oriented atmosphere where collaboration and inter-departmental support are vital.

At ARCXIS, benefits for the Residential Plumbing Designer position include a comprehensive package that features health and dental insurance, wellness programs, 401(k) plans with matching contributions, paid time off, and various employee assistance programs. We are committed to supporting our employees both professionally and personally.

Be prepared to showcase specific projects where you've utilized AutoCAD for plumbing design. Discuss your familiarity with drafting plumbing schematics and detail-oriented processes you've followed to ensure precision in your designs.

Elaborate on your understanding of the NSPC and other relevant codes, and provide examples of how you've applied regulations to previous projects, ensuring all your designs meet necessary legal standards.

Select a specific instance where you faced a complex design issue, describing the steps you took to analyze the problem, the collaborative efforts with other professionals, and how your final design addressed the challenge.

Detail your time management strategies, highlighting your ability to prioritize tasks, use project management tools, and effectively collaborate with teams to meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.

Discuss the importance of open communication and teamwork in your previous roles, sharing experiences where collaboration resulted in successful project outcomes.

Talk about any professional organizations, training sessions, or online courses you engage with to keep your knowledge current, showcasing your commitment to ongoing professional development in the plumbing field.

Your answer should reflect on safety, efficiency, and compliance. Explain how each of these factors plays into your design philosophy, and provide examples to back up your claims.

Share how you view feedback as an opportunity for growth. Discuss your willingness to consider constructive criticism and your process for implementing suggestions into future designs.

Here, you can express your admiration for ARCXIS's commitment to innovation and quality in homebuilding. Make a personal connection, explaining how the company aligns with your career aspirations and values.

Mention other relevant software you’ve used, such as Revit or specialized plumbing design tools, and discuss how they contributed to your efficiency and effectiveness as a designer.