Senior Professional, Plumbing Engineering
$103,300–$150,590 year
On-site · New York City, New York, United States
Job Summary
The Senior Plumbing Engineer will provide high-level technical assistance for the design, development, and inspection of plumbing systems for various public and private sector projects. Responsibilities include research, concept development, and installation planning of plumbing and fire suppression systems. The role demands proficiency in plumbing and mechanical engineering principles, compliance with applicable laws, and effective communication with stakeholders. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field, 5-7 years of experience, and certification as an Engineer in Training. The position emphasizes project management for small to mid-sized projects, quality assurance, and the ability to lead and train junior team members.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Plumbing or Mechanical Engineering, or closely related discipline.
- 5 to 7 years of relevant post education experience in engineering and prior plumbing and mechanical design experience.
- Engineer in Training Certification.
- Proficient knowledge of plumbing and mechanical 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 active involvement in a variety of rehabilitation and new design projects.
- Working knowledge of relevant plumbing and mechanical system and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
- Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.
- Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work.
- Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on various aspects of the construction and design of facilities, structures and systems, applying applicable regulations and policies.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
- Highly capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
- Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
- Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD, Revit), technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
- Developed 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.
Desired Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Engineering.
- Essential Professional Licensure/Certification.
- Experience managing small to mid-size projects.
- 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred.
- Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.
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