Cosentini Associates - Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer - (Experienced) - (Hybrid) Chicago, IL

Cosentini Associates - Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer - (Experienced) - (Hybrid) Chicago, IL

The Opportunity:

Cosentini Associates (), a Tetra Tech company, is adding a Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer to our Plumbing team based in Chicago, IL. As part of Tetra Tech’s High Performance Buildings Group, Cosentini Associates brings together the expertise of talented engineers, and architects from around the world. We offer high-end, sustainable building consulting and MEP engineering services for blue-chip clients across every building sector.

Our services include MEP design, Net Zero Energy, lighting design, commissioning, vertical transportation, low voltage, information technologies, security, audiovisual, code consulting/fire engineering, sustainability consulting, and acoustics. We are Better Together Powered by Innovation.

Cosentini Associates is a long-established building systems consulting engineering firm. In 1999 we joined Tetra Tech, enabling us to combine our expertise with the reach and resources of a prestigious global organization.

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting‑edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.

Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting‑edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world‑class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

• Design plumbing and fire protection systems for large buildings and facilities, including hospitals, laboratories, high rise residential, hotel and office, and other commercial and institutional projects.
• Act as plumbing and fire protection lead on a portfolio of projects
• Develop coordinated detailed design drawings, specifications, reports and schedules that meet project requirements and quality standards
• Produce detailed engineering calculations, including water, gas & storm loads, equipment sizing and hydraulic calculations
• Work closely with architects, clients and other multidisciplinary team members
• Documentation of design work utilizing AutoCAD and/or Revit software
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline, knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Minimum of 3 years of plumbing and fire protection design experience in buildings and facilities, including hospitals, laboratories, high rise residential, hotel and office, and other commercial and institutional projects.
• Demonstrated experience in tenant fit outs and ground up construction
• Proficient with the use of AutoCAD;
  Revit knowledge preferred
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Excellent technical skills, strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Comprehensive knowledge and interpretation of code and healthcare compliance requirements and industry standards
• Project and client relationship management experience
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and in a highly collaborative team environment
• Willingness and…