Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer
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Position Overview
As a Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer, you will lead the design and oversight of HVAC, plumbing, pumping, and fire protection systems for a variety of facilities projects. This role involves design leadership, construction-phase services, and client collaboration, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet all applicable codes and engineering standards.
Key Responsibilities
- HVAC & Fire Protection Design: Develop engineering solutions for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
- Engineering Calculations: Perform load calculations, hydraulic pressure drop analyses, and plumbing pipe sizing.
- Design Documentation: Convert design concepts into working drawings using Revit and AutoCAD.
- Construction Phase Support: Provide technical guidance and oversight during construction.
- Client Collaboration: Interface with clients to clarify requirements, resolve challenges, and deliver engineering expertise.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all designs comply with International Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Codes, NFPA 13, ASME B31.1/31.9, and SMACNA duct standards.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with civil, electrical, and mechanical engineers to deliver integrated project solutions.
- Documentation & Reporting: Prepare reports, plans, specifications, and construction documents.
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Engineering from an accredited institution
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Connecticut
- Minimum 10 years of experience in plumbing, fire protection, and HVAC system design
- Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
- Strong knowledge of heating, cooling, ventilation, and hydronic piping systems
- Familiarity with Building, Fire, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fuel Gas Codes
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with facility projects, design, and construction-phase services
- Experience with commercial and industrial facilities projects
- Strong understanding of hydronic systems, pumps, and fire sprinkler systems
- Familiarity with design-build and conventional project delivery methods
- Ability to conduct site visits and inspections in various conditions
- Experience coordinating with cross-disciplinary engineering teams
- Competitive Salary: $135,000 - $180,000 annually (based on experience)
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Professional Development & Licensing Support
- Wellness perk: gym membership reimbursement
All screenings are conducted in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of all required checks.
Salary: $135000 - $180000 per year
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