Senior Project Engineer, Plumbing & Fire Protection

Legence Corp.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Health & Welfare Benefits

Life and Disability Insurance

Time Off

Expenses

Job summary

Legence, leveraging its CMTA/AMA heritage, seeks a Senior Project Engineer, Plumbing and Fire Protection in New York. You will design plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings from design through construction administration, coordinating with owners, contractors, and architects to deliver high-performance solutions.

Requirements include 4+ years in plumbing and fire protection design, a Mechanical Engineering degree, PE or EIT preferred, and proficiency with AutoCAD and REVIT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred.
• AutoCAD and REVIT proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Design plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings from the design phase through construction administration.
• Prepare preliminary designs and performance specifications.
• Coordinate with owners, contractors, and architects during project execution.
• Review submittals and shop drawings for code compliance and contract compliance.
• Incorporate design changes using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Produce documentation per client requirements and standards.

Job description

Overview

CMTA (formerly AMA Group), a Legence company, is one of the fastest-growing engineering firms in the U.S., known for sustainable, high-performance building systems and complex MEP/FP delivery. Through AMA’s design expertise in media, broadcast, and production facilities—and CMTA’s national portfolio in education, healthcare, and zero-energy projects—we pair deep technical craft with an innovative, collaborative culture that accelerates careers.

CMTA, formerly known as AMA Group, is seeking a Senior Project Engineer, Plumbing and Fire Protection, with 4+ years of experience in plumbing design and fire protection design. This position entails providing workable solutions, designing plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings from the design phase through the construction administration phase as needed. The Senior Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer will represent AMA in all interactions with clients, contractors, architects, and other project team members.

Responsibilities

• Design plumbing and fire protection systems, including domestic water systems, sanitary drainage and vent systems, storm drainage systems, pumping systems, natural gas distribution systems, and special fire suppression systems, including clean agent (gaseous) systems
• Perform plumbing and fire protection system selections, prepare preliminary designs, and create performance specifications
• Consult on areas such as the preparation of existing facility diligence, sustainability analyses, and feasibility reports
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics
• Attending meetings with owners, clients, and architects
• Reviewing contractor submittals and shop drawings to determine conformance with contract documents and applicable codes
• Evaluating, selecting, and applying standard engineering techniques, procedures, and calculations to perform equipment research, piping layout, and pipe sizing
• Incorporate design changes using AutoCAD and Revit
• Perform design calculations; design plumbing systems to the requirements of individual state and local municipality codes
• Produce documentation consistent with client requirements and standards specific to each project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering; Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred
• 5 - 9 years of experience in plumbing and fire protection design
• Knowledge of building codes and standards, drafting standards, plumbing engineering standards, and other trades
• Knowledge of the various applications of plumbing systems
• Strong understanding of the construction process and interpretation of construction drawings
• AutoCAD and REVIT proficiency

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range: $85,000 - $110,000. This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.

Employee Experience

People are at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to a diverse, inclusive culture where employees thrive—individually and as a team—with development, wellness, and day-to-day experience front and center. We offer competitive benefits and a collaborative, fun work environment. Our team was named “Best Engineering Firm to Work” for 2024, 2025, and 2026 by Best Companies Group.

About Legence

Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company designs, fabricates, and installs complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in facilities. Legence serves a broad client base and delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions.

Benefits Overview

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.
• Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage with option for voluntary additional coverage.
• Time Off: Flexible non-accrual vacation; company holidays per policy. (For California employees, this is separate from California paid sick leave, if applicable.)
• Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

Other

Employment Eligibility: Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer: Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.

Pay Disclosure & Considerations: Where pay ranges are indicated, the exact pay will be determined based on relevant job-related factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to fair and competitive compensation and comply with applicable salary transparency laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other protected characteristics as required by law.