Plumbing Design Engineer

About the role

Utopia is seeking a Plumbing Design Engineer to own the design of plumbing and fire‑fighting systems for boutique luxury villas and hotels worldwide. You will translate architectural intent into coordinated, build‑able documentation while collaborating with architects, interior designers, structural engineers and the FF&E team.

Key responsibilities

• Design plumbing, drainage, and fire‑fighting systems for luxury hospitality projects, ensuring compliance with local codes and industry standards.
• Collaborate closely with architects, interior designers, and other engineers to integrate systems seamlessly into the overall project.
• Lead development of detailed drawings, technical documentation, and system specifications using Revit and AutoCAD, supported by BIM modelers.
• Perform load calculations and system sizing to optimise performance and sustainability.
• Oversee equipment selection and provide input during value‑engineering discussions.
• Supervise design development and review deliverables from third‑party designers, consultants and surveyors.

Required profile

• Degree in Mechanical, Civil or Building Engineering with a focus on plumbing, drainage, pool and storm‑water systems.
• 5–10 years of experience in design consultancy or with a general contractor on low‑rise residential and hospitality projects.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in professional English.
• Fluent in Spanish and experience with tropical or Caribbean hospitality projects are a plus.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Revit.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Load calculations and system sizing.
• Equipment selection for plumbing and fire‑fighting systems.

What we offer

• Global project exposure across Europe, Africa and Latin America.
• A truly international, multicultural team.
• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to work with luxury standards, premium finishes and globally inspired concepts.