Plumbing Drafter

Job Description

We are seeking a Plumbing Drafter to support drafting and coordination of plumbing and fire protection systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional projects across the U.S. These drawings are used for BIM coordination, pre-fabrication, and installation. This is a full-time, on-site position with no travel required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft plumbing systems including water supply, waste and vent, stormwater drainage, and gas piping using AutoCAD (Revit/BIM experience preferred).
• Design mechanical room layouts, underground pipe routing, roof drains, vent risers, hot water recirculation, and storm/sanitary tie-ins.
• Interpret and apply mechanical and plumbing codes (e.g., IPC, NFPA 99) to ensure code-compliant system design.
• Generate isometric and riser diagrams, plumbing schedules, legends, and technical notes.
• Coordinate with engineers, architects, and contractors for clash detection and field coordination.
• Prepare drawings with inverts, elevations, pipe sizing, and proper annotation for installation and prefabrication.
• Participate in review and QA of drawings to maintain accuracy and project standards.
• Support construction administration with occasional site verification (optional).
• Mentor or oversee junior drafters and design support staff as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in plumbing systems design and drafting.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; Revit or BIM coordination experience is a strong plus.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing systems, fixtures, valves, drainage systems, gas piping, and mechanical room layouts.
• Familiarity with relevant codes such as IPC and fire protection standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and schematics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; team collaboration is essential.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Plumbing Systems Design Certificate from ASPE or an equivalent organization.
• Experience working in MEP, architectural/engineering, or specialty contractor environments.
• Exposure to mechanical piping, fire protection, or sheet metal drafting is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects across various sectors.
• Collaborative environment with strong technical mentorship.
• Career development and potential for growth within the organization.

Job Title: Plumbing Drafter
Location: Philadelphia, PA (Local Candidates Preferred)
Employment Type: Full-time | On-site
Industry: Construction / BIM Drafting / MEP