Haag, a Salas O'Brien Company · 21 hours ago
Plumbing Engineer V
Buffalo, New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$87K/yr - $120K/yr
8+ years expHaag, a Salas O'Brien Company is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for clients and the world. The Senior Plumbing / Fire Protection Engineer is responsible for directing the design of plumbing and fire protection systems across all phases of building projects while mentoring junior staff and ensuring technical excellence.
ArchitectureCivil EngineeringConsulting
Responsibilities
Lead the design and detailing of plumbing and fire protection systems, ensuring accuracy, coordination, and compliance with QA/QC standards
Perform and review engineering calculations in accordance with office standards, including hydraulic calculations for fire protection systems
Design systems including:
Fire protection systems (wet, dry, pre-action, deluge)
Plumbing systems and equipment
Medical and laboratory gas systems
Listen to client needs and develop value-driven solutions considering performance requirements, first cost, and life-cycle cost
Communicate design recommendations through meetings, presentations, written correspondence, and technical discussions
Maintain regular contact with clients to support long-term partnerships and repeat business
Conduct site observations, gather field data, and interact with contractors during design and construction phases
Collaborate within integrated, multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with mechanical, electrical, structural, architectural, and other disciplines
Evaluate design alternatives and support development of technical deliverables
Stay informed on emerging technologies, materials, and design methods through continuing education
Mentor junior engineers and designers, providing technical guidance and oversight
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or a related discipline
8+ years of experience in plumbing and fire protection system design
Demonstrated ability to independently lead engineering tasks and mentor others
Strong proficiency performing and reviewing hydraulic and plumbing calculations
Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, and hydraulic modeling tools
Excellent communication, organization, and client-facing skills
Preferred
Professional Engineering (P.E.) license preferred or ability to obtain
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Professional development and continuing education support
Company
Haag, a Salas O'Brien Company
Haag is an employee-owned forensic engineering & technical consulting firm, since 1924.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Justin Kestner
President & CEO
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