Senior Plumbing / Fire Protection Engineer

M & E Engineering Inc; Laconia (NH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Wellness programs and employee assistance resources

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in New Hampshire seeks a Senior Plumbing / Fire Protection Engineer to lead the design and coordination of plumbing and fire protection systems. The ideal candidate will possess at least 10 years of consulting engineering experience and strong leadership capabilities. This role demands collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering high-quality designs. The expected salary range is $90,000 - $140,000 annually, and the position offers hybrid work with potential performance bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in consulting engineering with plumbing/fire protection design expertise.
• Proven leadership experience managing design teams.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing and fire protection codes.
• Experience in client-facing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of plumbing/fire protection systems.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to design staff.
• Ensure compliance with building, plumbing, and fire codes.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to resolve issues.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Autodesk Revit proficiency

Knowledge of plumbing codes

Hydraulic calculation experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Hydraulic calculation software

Job description

Senior Plumbing / Fire Protection Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: SENIO003038

• Posted : February 27, 2026
• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Locations

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Laconia, NH
71 Water St
Laconia, NH 03246, USA

Portland, ME-Hanover St
82 Hanover St
Suite 2
Portland, ME 04101, USA

Senior Plumbing / Fire Protection Engineer

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

Job Summary: The Senior Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineer leads the design and coordination of plumbing and fire protection systems for complex building projects. This role provides technical leadership, ensures code-compliant and constructible designs, and collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and project stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings deep consulting engineering experience, strong leadership capabilities, and a commitment to quality and safety in building systems design.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and delivery of plumbing and fire protection systems across all project phases
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and quality oversight to plumbing and fire protection design staff
• Design and coordinate plumbing systems, including domestic water, sanitary, storm, and specialty piping systems
• Design and coordinate fire protection systems, including sprinkler and standpipe systems
• Perform and review fire protection hydraulic calculations using industry-standard software
• Develop construction documents using Autodesk Revit and ensure coordination with other building systems
• Ensure compliance with applicable state and national building, plumbing, and fire codes
• Collaborate with architects, owners, contractors, and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs) to resolve technical and code-related issues
• Participate in site visits, construction administration, and field coordination as needed
• Support project planning, scheduling, and technical decision-making

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or Mechanical Engineering Technology (BSMET) required
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in consulting engineering with demonstrated plumbing and fire protection system design expertise
• Proven leadership experience managing and guiding design teams
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit required
• Experience with fire protection hydraulic calculation software required
• Strong knowledge of applicable state and national plumbing and fire protection codes
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) preferred
• LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP) or ability to obtain preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with comfort in client-facing environments
• Must be a US Citizen

Location: NH/ME/MA

Travel: Up to 20%

The expected base salary range for this role is $90,000-$140,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

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