Plumbing And Fire Protection Engineer

About the role

GBA brings together the expertise of talented engineers to offer high-end, sustainable building consulting and MEP engineering services for blue-chip clients across numerous critical spaces in the built environment. Our services include design for HVAC, electrical power and lighting, low voltage systems, plumbing, medical gas, and fire protection systems, building electrification, net zero energy, commissioning, and sustainability consulting.

Responsibilities

• Performing plumbing and fire protection design for a variety of projects, including but not limited to buildings and facilities (hospitals, laboratories, high-rise residential, hotel, office, and other commercial and institutional projects)
• Incorporating design changes using Revit and/or AutoCAD software
• Performing system calculations, pipe sizing, fixture selections, sprinkler selection and placement, and equipment sizing
• Meting project schedules and performing work within budgetary constraints
• Attending meetings with architects, owners, and building managers to discuss future or current projects
• Reviewing submittals and providing responses to Requests for Information
• Conducting activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards
• Pursuing continuous professional development and maintaining a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Four to 10 years of experience in the design of plumbing and fire protection systems for healthcare, higher education, high-rise residential, hotel, and office buildings, and other commercial, institutional facilities
• Experience in medical gas systems design is a plus
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD software
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook)
• Excellent technical skills, strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Comprehensive knowledge and interpretation of code compliance requirements and industry standards
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and in a highly collaborative team environment
• PE registration is highly preferred, or FE with the ability to obtain a PE

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Structured Bonus Plan
• Medical, disability, dental insurance offered
• Retirement funding plan with company matching
• Paid time off (sick, vacation, holidays)