BRAC is an international development organisation founded in Bangladesh that partners with over 100 million people living with inequality and poverty globally to create sustainable opportunities to realise potential.

Working at BRAC is not like any other job. It is a platform where you can bring about real change for people who need it the most. We are not just dreaming of a better world, we are building it. Join us to find the way.

Job Purpose:

This position is responsible for the engineering design and technical planning of plumbing and sanitary systems for large-scale building and infrastructure projects. The Plumbing Designer develops efficient, functional and code-compliant water supply, drainage, sewerage and fire protection systems, ensuring their seamless integration with architectural, structural and other building services. The role involves close coordination with multidisciplinary teams to resolve design interfaces, minimize service clashes and ensure the practicality, safety and effective implementation of plumbing systems throughout project execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive engineering designs, layouts, schematics and design criteria for domestic water supply, wastewater, sanitary drainage, stormwater management and fire protection systems, ensuring functionality, efficiency and reliability.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and determine appropriate specifications and capacities for pipes, pumps, water storage tanks, reservoirs, interceptors and sanitary fixtures based on project requirements and anticipated demand.
• Coordinate with architectural, structural and other MEP teams from the initial design stage to ensure the proper allocation of service shafts, plant rooms, equipment spaces and pipe routes, while identifying and resolving potential design conflicts and service clashes.
• Ensure plumbing and sanitary system designs comply with BNBC, applicable national building codes, environmental regulations and relevant international engineering standards and practices.
• Provide design instructions, technical briefs and mark-ups to the Plumbing Draftsman; review and validate drawings, hydraulic calculations and technical details to ensure accuracy, design compliance and readiness for construction.
• Conduct periodic site visits to assess unforeseen site conditions, resolve technical issues and design clashes, provide technical clarification to construction teams, and ensure that installation works comply with approved designs and specifications.

Safeguarding Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety of Programme Participants, people who come into contact with the organisation and team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation, including sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) to achieve the programme goals of safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
• Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action
• Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do so.

Additional Job Requirements:

• Comprehensive knowledge of domestic water supply, wastewater, sanitary drainage, stormwater management and fire protection systems.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic calculations, pipe sizing, water pressure, flow rates, pump selection and water storage capacity.
• Sound knowledge of BNBC, applicable national building codes, environmental regulations and relevant international plumbing and fire safety standards.
• Knowledge of plumbing materials, fittings, pumps, valves, sanitary fixtures and installation practices.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and other relevant engineering software, along with MS Office applications.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, review technical specifications, and identify and resolve design conflicts and service clashes.
• Effective planning, coordination, and communication skills to manage design activities, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and meet project deadlines.

Educational Requirements:

B.Sc. (Engg.) in Mechanical/Civil Engineering from a reputed university.

Experience Requirements:

Minimum 8 years of professional experience in plumbing system design, MEP coordination, and sanitary engineering for commercial or large-scale residential projects.

Benefits:

Festival Bonus, Contributory Provident Fund, Gratuity, Health and Life Insurance, Maternity/ Paternity Leave, Wellness Centre Facility, Day Care Facility, and others as per policy.

*This position is open to Bangladeshi nationals only.

*BRAC does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.