Therma, a Legence company

For over 50 years, Therma has continued to redefine the mechanical construction landscapes in California. Renowned for outstanding client service and attention to detail, we balance innovative, facility-specific solutions with a pragmatic, cost-conscious approach. Today, the firm employs more than 1,100 people in 3 regional offices, and its clients represent a diverse range of market sectors, including Biopharmaceutical, Education, Healthcare, Food & Beverage, Commercial, Industrial and Data Center facilities. Our culture is open, innovative, collaborative, and fun – all reflected in recognition of Therma as a #1 Best Place to Work on multiple occasions. We create an environment that empowers & challenges employees, giving them the greatest opportunity to succeed.

Location: San Jose, CA

Shape the Future of Sustainable Systems

At Therma, we don’t just build systems, we build legacies. We are looking for a Plumbing Engineer who thrives at the intersection of technical excellence and real-world collaboration. If you're passionate about delivering precision-engineered solutions that exceed standards and stand the test of time, we'd love to meet you.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead plumbing design and implementation across diverse projects, ensuring systems are optimized for performance, cost, and compliance.
• Collaborate closely with customers and internal teams to develop detailed designs, calculate system requirements, and recommend installation equipment and solutions tailored to each project.
• Serve as the primary engineer responsible for assigned projects, ensuring all plumbing components meet operational, safety, and quality standards.
• Provide documentation including bases of design, narrative specifications, recycled water/dual water reports. 
• Conduct inspections of plumbing systems, materials, and equipment, ensuring adherence to project specifications and regulatory codes.
• Assist with fabrication activities when necessary, applying your technical expertise to bring designs from paper to reality.
• Maintain a current and comprehensive knowledge of plumbing products, industry standards, and emerging technologies to deliver forward-thinking solutions.
• Evaluate design drawings to guarantee top-quality construction deliverables that align with client and company expectations.

What You Bring:

• Proven experience designing, implementing, and managing plumbing systems within a construction or engineering environment.
• High proficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Excel; familiarity with Revit is highly desirable.
• Strong working knowledge of plumbing codes, materials, specifications, and industry best practices.
• Exceptional collaboration, problem-solving, and communication skills across multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability, prioritize tasks, and deliver on schedule without compromising quality.
• Professional Engineering license and LEED certification is a plus, and a passion for sustainability is even better.

Join Us:
At Therma, your work matters. You'll join a team that values innovation, integrity, and lasting partnerships. We’re committed to empowering our engineers with the tools, technology, and support they need to build a better future, one system at a time.

Salary: $110k-$150k, depending on experience

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About Legence
Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems—enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients.

Benefits Overview
401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting. 
Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage. 
Life and Disability Insurance: Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for voluntary buy up for additional coverage.
Time Off: Flexible non-accrual vacation (separate from CA sick leave); company holidays per policy.
Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

Reasonable Accommodations
If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.

Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer
Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.

Pay Disclosure & Considerations
Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based relevant job-related factors, including any of the following: candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations.  We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non-merit-based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations.
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