Senior Plumbing Engineering/Fire Protection Engineer- Building Systems

WSP is currently seeking a Senior Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineer for our Philadelphia Office location. This role involves 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.

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/fire protection engineering work and conduct research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, building, infrastructure, and usage.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Requirements:

• 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.
• 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.