Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineer to lead the design of innovative systems for a variety of projects, including higher education and hospitality venues. This role offers the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, collaborating with architects and engineers while managing multiple projects. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with codes and standards, developing comprehensive design documents, and providing construction assistance. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to impactful projects and drive your career forward in a supportive and collaborative atmosphere.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in plumbing and fire protection design.
• EIT Certification required; PE preferred.
• Strong knowledge of applicable codes and design processes.

Responsibilities

• Design complex plumbing and fire protection systems adhering to codes.
• Coordinate designs with architects and engineers across projects.
• Assist in construction through reviews and field visits.

Skills

Plumbing Design

Fire Protection Design

Project Coordination

Code Compliance

Construction Assistance

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

My client is hiring for a hybrid type person either out of McLean, VA, Norfolk, VA or the Greenbelt, MD office. The Senior Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineer shall also have a thorough understanding of the development of design documents and deliverables through the conceptual, preliminary, detailed, and construction phases of a project (distribution plans, specifications, etc.). This role will be responsible for coordinating with architects and engineers, as well as vendors, and subcontractors. Project sizes will vary and consist primarily of higher education, hospitality, commercial, retail, and recreational projects including existing building renovations / retrofits and new construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 10 years of experience required, preferably in a design firm setting
• EIT Certification required, PE preferred not required
• Experience developing designs using AutoCAD and Revit
• Knowledge and experience with implementing Plumbing and Fire Protection designs from schematic through construction.
• Knowledge of all applicable codes, IPC, NSPC, NFPA, etc.

Responsibilities

• Designing code compliant & complex Plumbing and Fire Protection systems
• Designing complete plumbing and fire protection drawings including piping plans, schedules, details, riser diagrams, and specifications
• Coordinating design between all trades, including internal team members as well as architect/client.
• Handling multiple projects simultaneously, while maintaining quality and deadlines
• Performing construction assistance in the form of submittal reviews, RFI responses, and field visits to verify construction of Plumbing / Utilities scope is executed per the intent of the design and assisting in start-up of systems when required.
• Occasionally travel for on-site surveys to document existing conditions.