Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer I

Roles & Responsibilities

• Design plumbing and fire protection systems based on project requirements and applicable engineering standards.
• Perform engineering calculations for plumbing and fire protection systems.
• Prepare technical specifications, engineering documentation, and construction drawings.
• Develop and review AutoCAD and Revit drawings utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM).
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Project Engineers, architects, and other engineering disciplines throughout project execution.
• Review project drawings to ensure technical accuracy, quality standards, and client requirements are met.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local plumbing, fire protection, and building codes.
• Conduct site surveys and field investigations as required.
• Attend pre bid meetings and provide construction administration and field support.
• Afford assistance in resolving design and construction related issues during project execution.
• Maintain project schedules while managing multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and engineering documentation.
• Support sustainable building initiatives and green building design practices when applicable.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in plumbing and fire protection system design.
• Experience designing plumbing and fire protection systems for commercial, healthcare, laboratory, institutional, or industrial projects.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or successful completion of the FE exam with the intention of obtaining Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
• Strong understanding of local, state, and national building and fire protection codes.
• Experience using AutoCAD for engineering design.
• Strong communication, technical writing, and documentation skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Revit.
• Experience working with Building Information Modeling (BIM).
• Knowledge of sustainable design principles.
• Familiarity with the USGBC LEED Rating System and green building standards.
• Previous experience supporting construction administration and field services.