About the company
Utopia is an ultra-luxury hospitality and lifestyle brand creating a global ecosystem of properties and experiences.
We develop private villa retreats in beautiful locations around the world, each with high-end service. Utopia also offers a wider ecosystem of leisure experiences and services available both to those staying on property and to external visitors.
Utopia designs and builds its properties in-house. Our team works across the full journey: from concept and architecture to construction, interiors, landscape, guest experience, and long-term operation. For architects and designers, this means working on properties from the ground up, with the ability to influence how each place is planned, built, and experienced. For hospitality professionals, it means joining a brand where service is personal, attentive, and built around each guest’s stay.
We’re a young, ambitious team with high standards and a hands-on approach. We value strong ideas, practical thinking, attention to detail, and people who are ready to take responsibility for their part of the work. If you’re interested in architecture, design, hospitality, or guest experience, we invite you to grow with Utopia.
About the role
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Plumbing Design Engineer to support the ongoing design development of several luxury projects worldwide, with a focus on boutique hospitality assets. This role requires a creative and technical professional who can deliver efficient and innovative engineering solutions while maintaining the aesthetic and functional standards expected in luxury developments.
In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing engineering systems for luxury villas and boutique hotels. You should be able to work independently, coordinate with the team as needed, and deliver intermediate results on a weekly basis. You will report to the MEP Design Manager while collaborating with the entire design team, including architects, interior designers, structural engineers, the FF&E procurement team, and client representatives.
To succeed in this role, you must demonstrate technical rigor, precise problem-solving, and the ability to maintain strict quality benchmarks. We're looking for a detail-oriented, self-organized professional who can turn complex engineering requirements into actionable insights for luxury hospitality systems.
What you will do-
Design and oversee MEP systems for luxury villas and hotels, ensuring full compliance with building codes and high-end industry standards.
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Collaborate with architects and interior designers to seamlessly integrate electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems into the overall project aesthetic.
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Proactively participate in spatial coordination with architectural and structural models, research efficient methodologies, equipment, and systems to secure the initial design intent and high-end user experience
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Timely resolution of technical issues and challenges during the design phase
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Lead the development of detailed technical drawings and specifications using CAD and Revit, supported by BIM modelers.
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Perform load calculations and system sizing to optimize performance.
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Oversee equipment selection, ensuring it aligns with project requirements and sustainability goals.
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Provide input during value engineering discussions to achieve the best balance between cost, quality, and performance
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Supervise the design development, review, and approve deliverables of third party designers, consultants, and surveyors.
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Stay updated on the latest technologies, trends, and regulations related to drainage, supply, and distribution systems in the luxury and hospitality sectors.
Requirements-
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil or Building Engineering with a concentration in plumbing, drainage, pools and storm drainage systems.
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8 to 15 years of experience in design consultancy or general contractor
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Experience working on low-rise residential and hospitality projects - private homes and villas, hotels and resorts
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Excellent communication and presentation skills
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Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
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Professional level of English, both written and verbal
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Good to have:
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Spanish
Nice to have-
Experience with international hotel chains (e.g., W, Four Seasons, AMAN) and their specific corporate design guidelines.
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Spanish proficiency
What we can offer-
Full-time, remote role
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Competitive compensation
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Collaboration within a professional, international, multidisciplinary team
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The opportunity to work on a world-class luxury development project.
Utopia does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
By submitting this application, I agree that my personal data will be collected, processed, and retained by the company solely for the purposes of managing and assessing my candidacy.
Notice: This is a remote position based in Italy.
