DLB Associates · 3 months ago
Plumbing & Fire Protection Associate
United States
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelDLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative solutions across various sectors. The Fire Protection / Plumbing Engineer Associate will work with senior design staff to develop plumbing and fire protection design skills for commercial projects, assisting in the production of engineering documents and collaborating with the project management team.
Association
Responsibilities
Assist in Production of Fire Protection / Plumbing Engineering Documents (60%)
Perform basic engineering work and design tasks under a senior engineer’s supervision
Perform standard computations and analysis
Utilize AutoCAD and Revit software to prepare drawings and visual aids
Assist in the review and creation of drawings details, schedules, sequence of operations and drawing content as directed
Assist in Pre-Construction Activities (15%)
Survey existing building conditions and prepares technical reports of findings
Collect data and other information for construction documents
Prepare project design and construction documents
Basic review and editing of project specifications
Assist in Construction Activities (15%)
Work as part of the engineering team and interact closely with the project management team
Review shop drawings and submittals
Review and respond to RFIs
Assist with punch lists and project closeout documents
Reporting (10%)
Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders
Update and maintain shop drawing and RFI log
Manage personal hours using company tools
Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget
Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of mechanical, fire protection and plumbing system principles
Knowledge of code and specifications for mechanical, fire protection and plumbing systems
Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation
Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with supervision
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Bachelor's degree in mechanical or fire protection engineering, with a sound knowledge of engineering fundamentals
Benefits
Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
Health reimbursement account (HRA), flex spending accounts (FSA)
Dental and vision plans
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
Paid parental leave after one year of employment
Company
DLB Associates
DLB Associates is an engineering consulting company - rendering and design for residential and commercial sectors.
Founded in 1980
201-500 employees
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Funding
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