Plumbing & Fire Protection II

CannonDesign • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply. ABOUT THE ROLE You will be a member of our multi-disciplinary team and will work under the direction of a licensed Engineer and designated project leadership. Projects may include new construction and renovation in educational, healthcare, corporate commercial and science and technology. HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering 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

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program preferred.
• Current CPD, PE or FPE in the United States preferred.
• 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

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees