Fire Protection Design Engineer II — Design-Build Innovator

Southland Industries; Dulles Town Center (VA); On-site; USD 990 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Job summary

Southland Industries seeks a Design Engineer II to contribute to design-build and design-assist projects across healthcare, education, biotech, mission critical, commercial and entertainment sectors. You will work with model coordinators, estimators, and trade staff to create practical, efficient, cost-effective designs.

You will perform complex calculations (loads, equipment sizing), prepare preliminary redline layouts for estimating, and ensure code compliance while reviewing field conditions

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of HVAC and plumbing systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex calculations (heating/cooling loads, equipment sizing).
• Prepare preliminary redline designs for estimating.
• Coordinate with project phases and ensure code compliance.
• Review applicable codes and field conditions to support design.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and guide project phases.

Skills

Verbal written communication

Reading mechanical/plumbing plans

Five years experience

HVAC/plumbing systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Revit

CADD

Excel

Job description

Southland Industries seeks a Design Engineer II to contribute to design-build and design-assist projects across healthcare, education, biotech, mission critical, commercial and entertainment sectors. You will work with model coordinators, estimators, and trade staff to create practical, efficient, cost-effective designs.

You will perform complex calculations (loads, equipment sizing), prepare preliminary redline layouts for estimating, and ensure code compliance while reviewing field conditions