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WSP in the U.S. · 1 day ago

Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer Consultant

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$91K/yr - $145K/yr

3+ years exp

WSP is a leading engineering and professional services firm dedicated to serving local communities. They are seeking a Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineering Consultant to develop designs for projects primarily in healthcare, laboratory, and higher education spaces, ensuring quality and compliance with industry standards.

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Responsibilities

Collect, compile, and analyze data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction

Perform professional plumbing engineering work and conduct research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, building, infrastructure, and usage; and installing plumbing, fire protection and suppression, and fluid flow systems to determine conform with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits

Participate in incorporating advanced technology, modeling techniques, concept development, design requirements, load calculations, and operating strategies to account for the proper installation and functioning of equipment and systems according to specifications; implementing future-ready solutions with plumbing engineering design standards

Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work, assist with laying out installation of equipment, calculating costs and quantities of material/equipment/labor, and ensuring project work conforms with specifications, permit applications, schematics, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos

Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, technical drawings, spreadsheets, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses

Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements and calculations, statistical analysis, and reporting

Assist with development and scoping of small- to medium-sized projects

Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and presentations that explain research and findings to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or construction issues or problems

Conduct engineering studies and surveys to gain further information on a particular design and construction problem or issue and/or to plan for future needs

Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained during site investigations, offering input with developing action plans for low to mid-level risk mitigation activities

Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs)

Work collaboratively with other engineers, architects, and building and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects

Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

Qualification

Plumbing EngineeringFire Protection EngineeringEngineer in Training CertificationAutoCADRevitBuilding Codes KnowledgeTechnical WritingHealthSafety ComplianceCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingInterpersonal SkillsAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Plumbing or Mechanical Engineering, or closely related discipline

3 to 5 years of relevant post education experience in plumbing and fire protection engineering design; ideally in healthcare, laboratory, and higher education type spaces

Engineer in Training Certification

Knowledge of plumbing and fire protection engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues

Experience with building and infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including rehabilitation and new design

Ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements

Knowledge of relevant plumbing and fire protection systems and codes, regulations, and compliance practices

Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience

Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment

Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies

Moderate proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools

Experience with discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD, Revit)

Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, load calculations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies

Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek

Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements

Preferred

Master's Degree in Engineering

Essential Professional Licensure/Certification

40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred

Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation (or other personal time)

Paid parental leave

Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Company

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