Help shape high‑performance, resilient buildings through smart, constructable plumbing design. AECOM’s Ohio Buildings + Places team is looking for a Senior Plumbing Designer to lead technically complex projects across diverse market sectors—all within a collaborative, high‑performing environment. This is a hybrid role based in Columbus, OH.

What You’ll Do

As a Senior Plumbing Designer, you’ll take ownership of plumbing system design from concept through construction, delivering coordinated, code‑compliant, and buildable solutions for both new construction and renovations.

Lead plumbing design for complex building projects, including domestic water, sanitary/vent, storm, medical gas, compressed air, and specialty systems
Serve as the plumbing discipline lead—driving technical quality, constructability, and coordination
Perform system layouts, sizing calculations, and specifications with minimal oversight
Coordinate closely with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and fire protection teams
Support construction administration through site visits, submittal and RFI reviews
Identify and solve design challenges proactively, applying codes, standards, and best practices

Lead, Mentor, Elevate

Mentor junior designers and engineers, supporting technical growth and confidence
Contribute to training, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement across the team
Build credibility as a trusted technical leader within Ohio and AECOM’s broader US practice

Contribute Beyond Projects

Provide technical input for proposals, scopes, and client deliverables
Collaborate with project managers and leadership to meet project and business goals

Sr. Plumbing Designer