MEP Designer - Plumbing
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About this role
You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.
Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.
We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.
Come build a career you believe in.
As an MEP Designer - Plumbing at Z Modular, you will play a key role in developing and coordinating plumbing and mechanical systems for innovative modular construction projects. This position requires strong technical design expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across design, engineering, and construction teams. You will have the opportunity to directly impact project success by creating high-quality construction documents and shop drawings that support efficient manufacturing and installation processes.
You will collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, fabricators, and internal design teams to ensure building systems are fully coordinated and aligned with project requirements. This is a hybrid role located in Austin, TX; Chandler, AZ; or Troy, MI.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys solving complex design challenges, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is excited about advancing modular construction and innovative building technologies.
What You'll Do
- Develops and coordinates plumbing and mechanical building system designs for modular construction projects.
- Creates and maintains Revit® BIM models, construction drawings, shop drawings, and project documentation.
- Reviews existing building designs and develops new details and design solutions to support project requirements.
- Adapts and develops modular construction details for permit, construction, and fabrication drawing packages.
- Completes building documentation packages, including customized Revit families, schedules, and coordinated design deliverables.
- Reviews design documents and identifies questions, conflicts, inconsistencies, and coordination issues.
- Collaborates with senior designers and project teams to identify production requirements and project priorities.
- Organizes and manages drawing packages, including permit drawings, construction documents, and shop drawings.
- Coordinates building systems with architects, engineers, contractors, fabricators, and internal stakeholders.
- Supports the development of efficient design solutions that align with modular manufacturing and construction processes.
- Assists with mechanical system design activities while maintaining a primary focus on plumbing system design.
- Contributes to continuous improvement efforts supporting innovation, automation, and modular construction initiatives.
Who You Are
- 3-5 years of experience utilizing Revit® BIM software within an engineering, construction, or design environment.
- Engineering degree, Engineering Technologist diploma, or equivalent education and experience.
- Experience designing plumbing systems and supporting mechanical system coordination.
- Strong proficiency with Revit® BIM software.
- Experience producing construction drawings, shop drawings, and technical design details.
- Strong understanding of building systems coordination, construction documentation, and design development processes.
- Experience collaborating with architects, engineers, contractors, fabricators, and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Knowledge of building codes, regulations, and industry standards preferred.
- EIT or Professional Engineer designation considered an asset.
- Knowledge of contract administration and project coordination processes considered an asset.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve design conflicts and coordination challenges.
- Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to project execution.
What You'll Get
Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, loyalty awards, and much more:
- Competitive Compensation
- Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Employee Loyalty Awards
- Career Development & Advancement Opportunities
Compensation & Benefits
Below is the expected base salary range for this position. This is a good-faith estimate, and offers will be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.
Base Salary Range:
Additional compensation may include:
✔ Performance-based yearly merit increase
✔ Profit-sharing bonus opportunities
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Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.
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We are Zekelman Industries.
We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.
We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.
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