Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or significant plumbing industry experience
5-7 years of relevant engineering experience with plumbing and fire protection design
Engineer in Training Certification
Knowledge of plumbing and fire protection engineering principles and practices
Experience with building and infrastructure planning and construction management
Ability to coordinate with agency regulators, preferably with knowledge of Philadelphia L&I, PADOH, and NJDCA
Proficient in discipline-specific design software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD)
Responsibilities
Collect and analyze data from various sources for project development
Perform plumbing/fire protection engineering work and conduct site inspections
Incorporate design requirements and load calculations into project plans
Collaborate with a team to ensure project work meets specifications
Prepare technical reports and visualizations for data interpretation
Maintain quality control standards for measurements and calculations
Assist in the development and scoping of projects
Benefits
Opportunity to work on high-profile national and international projects
Engagement in complex sector work including healthcare and advanced manufacturing
Collaborative work environment with engineers and architects
Potential for professional development and growth within the company
Involvement in the full project cycle from design to construction close-out
Full Job Description
Job Description
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Plumbing/ Fire Protection Engineer for our Philadelphia Office (510 Walnut Street) location. This role will have you actively participating in the full project cycle with a focus on complex sector work such as healthcare, life sciences, labs and advanced manufacturing projects from the design phase through the final construction close-out. Our Engineers work on high quality, high-profile, national and international projects with our practice providing design services for over 30 million square feet of medical facilities.
Your Impact
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/ fire protection engineering work and conduct research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, building, infrastructure, and usage; and designing for new plumbing/fire protection systems to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction codes.
Participate in incorporating concept development, design requirements, load calculations, and Code driven strategies to account for the proper installation and functioning of equipment and systems according to specifications; and Plumbing and Fire Protection engineering design standards.
Work as an individual or as part of a team of engineers and professionals to execute project work, assist with laying out the installation of equipment and ensuring project work conforms with specifications, permit applications, schematics, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos.
Have an understanding of Fire Protection Systems, underwriter insurance requirements, hydraulic calculations and Code-related systems/ equipment.
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, medium and large-scale 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.
Work collaboratively with other engineers, architects, and building authorities on a Federal, State, regional, and local level.
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.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, or closely related discipline or significant years of experience in the plumbing industry
5 to 7 years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior plumbing and fire protection design experience.
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. Experience with Philadelphia L&I, PADOH and NJDCA is preferred.
Knowledge of relevant plumbing and fire protection systems, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
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, automation, software, technology, math principles, spreadsheets and tools.
Experience with discipline-specific design software (i.e., Revit, AutoCAD).
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, load calculations 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 Qualifications
PE License
A member of and/or actively participating in local professional practice organizations. #LI-LB1
About WSP
WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
