Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineer/Designer

Penta Nova; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking firm dedicated to innovative design excellence in plumbing and fire protection. This role seeks a skilled engineer/designer with over 10 years of experience to collaborate on exciting projects that shape environments for living, learning, and healing. You will work closely with architects and clients, utilizing your expertise in AutoCAD and REVIT to create compliant, efficient systems. The supportive culture encourages continuous education and professional growth, ensuring that your contributions lead to exceptional outcomes. If you're passionate about engineering and making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in plumbing and fire protection system design.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and REVIT with knowledge of plumbing codes.

Responsibilities

• Design plumbing and fire protection systems for various projects.
• Coordinate with architects and engineering disciplines during design.

Skills

Plumbing Design

Fire Protection Design

AutoCAD

REVIT

Microsoft Office

Building Codes Knowledge

NFPA Codes Knowledge

Technical Specifications Development

Client Interface Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Associates Degree in Engineering/Science

Graduate/Registered Professional Engineer

ASPE CPDT or CPD Certification

LEED Certification

Tools

HydraCad

HydraCALC

Job description

At SFCS, our greatest asset is our people. For that reason, we’re always interested in talking to talented, driven individuals who would like to join our team. If you think you have a future with our firm, feel free to send us your resume for review. As circumstances change and we begin hiring again, we’ll gladly reach out and speak further. Thank you for your interest!

Position: Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineer/Designer

Location: Louisville, KY

Job Id: 219

# of Openings: 1

As a collaborative and innovative center of design excellence, SFCS is dedicated to defining the next generation of Living, Learning and Healing Environments. Our family-oriented culture aims to provide an exceptional employment experience through which we deliver extraordinary service. From our four regionally located offices in North Carolina, Virginia, Kentucky, and Pennsylvania, we provide specialization in the design of senior living, education, healthcare, and government facilities nationwide.

Our Louisville office is currently seeking a successful candidate to fill a staff plumbing/fire protection designer level position; 10+ years’ experience preferred in the design of plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings. The applicant shall demonstrate proficiency in AutoCAD and/or REVIT software (REVIT preferred), Microsoft Office, and an understanding of the national standard plumbing codes, building codes, and NFPA codes in regard to plumbing and fire protection system design. The designer will work directly with senior staff to develop plans and specifications for the construction of plumbing and fire protection systems.
This position requires the engineer/designer to perform all aspects of engineering as it relates to individually assigned projects. This is inclusive of, but not limited to, the following:

• Ability to meet with architects and other team members to determine appropriate plumbing and fire protection systems, location, and preliminary cost estimates.
• Performing appropriate fieldwork to determine a design direction, including making educated decisions on system designs and upgrades. Experience with system layout, calculation, and sizing of piping and equipment.
• Work with architects, clients, and other engineering disciplines to coordinate systems during design and production drawings.
• Perform plumbing system and fire protection system design calculations.
• Ability to prepare contract documents using the latest version of AutoCAD and/or Revit software to design and provide concepts for schematic design packages. HydraCad/HydraCALC is a plus.
• Ability to develop technical construction specifications to appropriately support project design and drawings.
• Assist in plumbing and fire protection construction administration of the project, including shop drawing review, site visits, cost proposal evaluations, and response to questions from the field.
• Responsible for ensuring designs are compliant with relative plumbing and building codes and NFPA standards.
• Strong written and communication skills are a must with the ability to multi-task – working on simultaneous project assignments, each in different phases.
• Excellent client interface capabilities and organizational skills, as well as ensuring delivery of quality service to the customer while maintaining the scope of the firm’s obligations.
• Enthusiasm and eagerness for continued education and development of new skills.
• Associates Degree in a related engineering/science discipline with a sound knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals is desired. Graduate and/or registered Professional Engineer is a plus.
• ASPE (American Society of Plumbing Engineers) CPDT, OR CPD, preferred or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment.
• LEED certifications are a plus.

SFCS offers a competitive salary and benefits package. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Our team is committed to providing quality service, meaningful connections, and thoughtful design. We believe the balance of these key elements has the power to encourage relationships and create exceptional environments where people – and projects – can flourish.