Cosentini Associates - Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer - (Experienced) - (Hybrid) Chicago, IL
About The Position
Cosentini Associates, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking a Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer to join our Plumbing team in Chicago, IL. As part of Tetra Tech’s High Performance Buildings Group, we provide high-end, sustainable building consulting and MEP engineering services for blue-chip clients across various building sectors. Our services encompass MEP design, Net Zero Energy, lighting design, commissioning, vertical transportation, low voltage, information technologies, security, audiovisual, code consulting/fire engineering, sustainability consulting, and acoustics. We are committed to innovation and collaboration, believing we are Better Together. Tetra Tech, a global organization with over 50 years of experience, is a market leader in water, environment, energy, and international development. We are Leading with Science to solve complex challenges and have positively impacted over 625 million lives worldwide. Joining Tetra Tech offers the opportunity to make a real difference using cutting-edge technologies and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers, advancing your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Requirements
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Minimum of 3 years of plumbing and fire protection design experience in buildings and facilities, including hospitals, laboratories, high rise residential, hotel and office, and other commercial and institutional projects.
- Demonstrated experience in tenant fit outs and ground up construction.
- Proficient with the use of AutoCAD; Revit knowledge preferred.
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- Excellent technical skills, strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
- Comprehensive knowledge and interpretation of code and healthcare compliance requirements and industry standards.
- Project and client relationship management experience.
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and in a highly collaborative team environment.
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Revit knowledge preferred
Responsibilities
- Design plumbing and fire protection systems for large buildings and facilities, including hospitals, laboratories, high rise residential, hotel and office, and other commercial and institutional projects.
- Act as plumbing and fire protection lead on a portfolio of projects.
- Develop coordinated detailed design drawings, specifications, reports and schedules that meet project requirements and quality standards.
- Produce detailed engineering calculations, including water, gas & storm loads, equipment sizing and hydraulic calculations.
- Work closely with architects, clients and other multidisciplinary team members.
- Documentation of design work utilizing AutoCAD and/or Revit software.
- Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
- Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline, knowledge and awareness.
- Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
- Additional duties as required.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
