Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineer II

CannonDesign • Pittsburgh, PA

92d

About The Position

You will be a member of our multi-disciplinary team and will work under the direction of designated project leadership. Projects may include new construction and renovation in educational, healthcare, corporate commercial and science and technology.

Requirements

• Current PE in Mechanical or FPE in the United States required.
• Minimum of 4+ years of related experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to effectively handle multiple projects.
• Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit) required.

Nice To Haves

• LEED accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform designs of piping and equipment selection for plumbing and fire protection systems for building design; independently for smaller/less technical projects; requiring supervision of senior engineer for complex projects.
• Prepare calculations using correct parameters with supervisory review.
• Prepare production drawings of plumbing and fire protection systems from schematic to construction design phases.
• Edit specifications relating to existing or new projects.
• Specify plumbing and fire protection equipment such as sprinkler, sewerage and medical gas systems.
• Review shop drawings for compliance of specifications and contract documents.
• Interface effectively with clients and members of the project team by attending Owner, Architect, Construction Administration (OAC) meetings in conjunction with project budget.
• May independently research as need arises and respond to emergent issues.
• Participate or lead value engineering sessions with Architectural/Engineering team.
• Conduct staff development activities, including mentoring /training presentations.
• May direct activities of staff with less experience.
• Conduct field site visits during construction phase. Site visits frequently require a physical walk through of site and may be done independently.
• Must be willing to perform overtime work and travel.
• May perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees