Senior Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer

GM2 Associates, Inc.; Connecticut; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

GM2 Associates, Inc. in Glastonbury, CT is seeking a Full-time Senior Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer responsible for generating comprehensive construction documents and leading a project team.

You will mentor junior engineers, conduct system design and calculations, support construction administration, and collaborate with clients to deliver compliant, efficient plumbing and fire protection solutions on large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in plumbing and fire protection engineering.
• PE license is preferred or eligible.
• Strong knowledge of codes and standards governing plumbing and fire protection.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Construction document generation with drawings and specifications.
• Mentorship and team development of junior engineers.
• Perform system design, calculations, and analysis for plumbing and fire protection.
• Support construction administration including shop drawings and RFIs.
• Collaborate with clients to define project requirements and strategies.
• Conduct field investigations to inform design decisions.
• Stay up to date with industry codes and software practices.

Skills

Plumbing design

Fire protection design

Leadership

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

GM2 Associates, Inc. is seeking a Full-time Senior Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer in our Glastonbury, CT office. The ideal candidate will be responsible for generating comprehensive construction documents, mentoring junior engineers, and providing support during the construction administration phase of projects. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful design and implementation of plumbing and fire protection systems across various large projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Construction Document Generation: Develop detailed construction documents, including drawings and specifications, for plumbing and fire protection systems, ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards.
• Mentorship & Team Development: Guide and mentor junior engineers, providing technical support and fostering professional growth within the team. Encourage best practices and promote skill development in system design and project execution.
• Systems Design and Analysis: Conduct system design, analysis, and calculations for plumbing and fire protection systems, ensuring efficiency and adherence to client requirements.
• Construction Administration: Support the construction administration process by reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs (Requests for Information), and conducting site visits to ensure alignment with design intent.
• Client Interaction: Collaborate with clients to understand project requirements and provide expert recommendations for plumbing and fire protection strategies.
• Field Investigations: Undertake field investigations of existing systems to assess conditions and inform the design process.
• Technical Knowledge Maintenance: Stay up to date with industry trends, codes, and standards, and maintain proficiency in relevant software tools and design practices.

Qualifications:

• Experience: A minimum of 10 years of experience in plumbing and fire protection engineering
• Technical Knowledge: Proficient in design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) and calculation tools
• Design & Compliance: Strong knowledge of plumbing and fire protection regulations
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead a team
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical or related)
• Licensure: Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred