Plumbing & Fire Protection Project Designer
About The Position
Fitzemeyer & Tocci (F&T) is seeking a Plumbing & Fire Protection Project Designer to join their growing engineering team. This role will contribute to the design and delivery of innovative plumbing and fire protection systems for healthcare, academic, science & technology, and institutional projects. The designer will play a key role in project execution by developing design solutions, producing construction documents, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring less-experienced staff. This position offers the opportunity to expand technical expertise, contribute to complex projects, and participate in the continued growth of a nationally recognized engineering firm.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field
- 2+ years of plumbing and/or fire protection engineering or design experience
- Strong understanding of plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings
- Experience with BIM/CAD platforms and design workflows
- Working knowledge of applicable plumbing, fuel gas, fire protection, and building codes
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams
Nice To Haves
- EIT certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform engineering calculations related to domestic water, sanitary, storm drainage, natural gas, and fire protection systems
- Develop plumbing and fire protection system layouts and design solutions for a variety of building types
- Assist with equipment and fixture evaluation and selection
- Support preparation of technical documentation, reports, and specifications
- Coordinate system layouts to ensure compliance with applicable plumbing and fire protection codes
- Execute assigned portions of projects with increasing independence
- Coordinate with Project Engineers, Project Managers, BIM staff, and other disciplines
- Participate in field surveys, site investigations, and construction-phase support activities
- Review submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs
- Produce and coordinate construction documents using BIM/CAD tools
- Develop layouts for piping systems, plumbing fixtures, equipment, fire protection systems, and related components
- Ensure drawings and models meet firm standards and project requirements
- Provide guidance and support to junior designers
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and development of engineering standards
- Contribute to technical knowledge-sharing, industry involvement, and professional development activities
- Support F&T's thought leadership initiatives through industry participation and technical contributions
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs
- Employee ownership opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
