Senior Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineer

Syska Hennessy Group; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineer to join their dynamic team in Washington, DC. This role offers the opportunity to work on landmark projects while collaborating with various disciplines to ensure well-coordinated designs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fire protection systems design, including knowledge of fire alarm and sprinkler systems. Enjoy a supportive culture, competitive compensation, and flexible work arrangements that foster both personal and professional growth. Join this innovative firm to make a lasting impact in the engineering field.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedule

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Generous PTO

Transit/Parking Assistance

Work-from-home Fridays

Bonuses

Community Outreach Programs

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Fire Protection and Fire Alarm System design.
• Solid knowledge of ICC, NFPA, and local codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform design engineering and provide system design support.
• Conduct field surveys, system assessments, and system commissioning.
• Produce clear and concise drawings consistent with client requirements.

Skills

Fire Protection System Design

Fire Alarm Systems

AutoCAD-MEP

REVIT

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection Engineering

NICET Certification

Tools

AutoCAD-MEP

REVIT

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Watch your work come to life in landmark projects around the world when you partner with Syska Hennessy Group! As a global leader in consulting, engineering, and commissioning services, we specialize in MEP, information and communication technology, architectural lighting, vertical transportation, and commissioning. We are seeking an experienced Senior Plumbing-Fire Protection to join our team in Washington, DC office.

Our dynamic work environment provides the optimal setting to take your engineering career to the next level. From our supportive culture, diverse workforce, and competitive compensation to our flexible work schedule (Monday to Thursday in the office for 9 hours and Friday for 4 hours remotely) and fun social events, it is everything you will need for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career.

Job Responsibilities:

As a Senior Plumbing-Fire Protection Engineer, you will perform design engineering and provide system design support by working closely with all MEP disciplines to ensure well-coordinated designs. This role also involves consulting and interfacing with clients, architects, vendors, contractors, and authorities having jurisdiction.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Conduct field surveys, system assessments, and system commissioning
• Attend coordination meetings and job sites
• Perform calculations under Senior Engineer/Designer supervision
• Produce clear and concise drawings consistent with client requirements and firm standards
• Apply Codes and Standards to all designs (including working drawings and specifications)
• Conduct peer reviews and provide QA/QC oversight
• Assist in business development by expanding current client relationships, cross-selling Syska services, and attending industry and client events

This is a great opportunity for a Senior Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineer with experience in a variety of facility types including Commercial, Industrial, Institutional, and Governmental buildings, as well as critical facilities, storage facilities, and large FLS infrastructure projects. You should have solid knowledge of fire protection systems design, including Fire Alarm, Standpipe/Sprinkler, VESDA, and Clean Agent systems, along with experience in Fire Safety Plans, Fire, Smoke & Egress Modeling, and FLS Commissioning.

• Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of 8+ years of field experience in Fire Protection and Fire Alarm System design and Fire/Life Safety Consulting
• Knowledge of ICC, NFPA, and local codes and standards; NYC codes required
• NICET certification in Fire Alarm or Fire Protection systems preferred or obtainable within 2 years
• Multistate licensure preferred or obtainable within 2-4 years
• Ability to obtain security clearance from Federal Government (project-specific)
• Ability to work independently or in a team in a fast-paced, challenging environment
• Willingness to travel to various project sites and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in AutoCAD-MEP and REVIT for design development
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills

As a Senior Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineer at Syska Hennessy Group, you will be part of a global firm committed to excellence, innovation, and integrity. We support our employees' professional growth and personal well-being through a flexible benefits package that includes insurance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, training, bonuses, community outreach, generous PTO, transit/parking, and work-from-home Fridays.

We promote diversity and equality and empower our employees to take ownership of their careers. Join us to build an exceptional career and make a lasting impact.

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