Senior Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer

Job Description

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a talented Senior Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer to join our team at our office located in Germantown, MD. In this role, you will work independently on various projects as assigned by a Manager or Group Lead.

You may oversee the entire design process, or assist as a technical expert on a specialized design, and may work on several concurrent projects.

• Performs the role of Project Lead on projects for all phases of work, including but not limited to Feasibility Reports, Building Assessments, Concept and Basis of Design Reports, and Detailed Design and Documentation.
• Assesses the requirements of a project, breaks a project into tasks, and works with a Project Manager to determine scope of work, budget, and staffing.
• Writes scope of work for design, based on preliminary review and meetings with the client.
• Prepares engineering studies and schematic design for new systems.
• Reviews and evaluates operation of existing systems.
• Works with code officials and other design professionals when an interpretation or exception to building codes is required.
• Prepares reports, specifications, plans, and supports construction for projects.
• Selects equipment based on the best solutions for the scope of the project.
• Assigns and reviews work of project design team.
• Checks progress of work, and produces markups to be incorporated in drawings.
• Communicates with clients and alerts the project manager of changes in scope or additional services.
• Makes clear, well-organized and effective presentations to technical audience.
• Reviews contractor applications for payment. Has a thorough understanding of construction process.
• Coordinates all aspects of project document completion within the company and externally with clients, as well as other design professionals.
• Mentors, supports, and guides Designers and Engineers who are early in their careers with project execution.
• Assigns and reviews all types of plumbing design layout drawings, such as all types of drainage piping/all types of utility service/equipment layouts/coordination with all other trades.
• Assigns and reviews all types of fire protection design layout drawings, such as fire service piping layouts/hazard classification/equipment layouts/coordination with all other trades.

• 8-10 years Engineering/design experience in the building design industry (for example, plumbing: drainage systems, utility systems, drainage/utility pump systems, sizing drainage/utility systems, water heaters, etc.).
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering from an accredited four-year College or University.
• Expertise in computer operation for engineering design programs and computer-aided drafting (AutoCAD/Revit).
• Thorough knowledge of Plumbing, Mechanical, and Fire Protection system design and applicable codes.
• Experience with software for performing plumbing and fire protection engineering calculations (HASS / Viking / Pipe Flow / IPS Calculation Spread Sheets, etc.).
• Experience with different piping materials and pressures for all types of systems: (Drainage / Utility / Fire Protection, etc.).
• 2-4 years of experience overseeing engineers and designers on project teams.

• Professional engineer (PE).

• Must be able to stand, sit, and walk for prolonged periods.
• Must possess the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as required.
• Must be able to lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to climb ladders as necessary.

• Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, which may include exposure to varying working conditions.
• Must be able to adhere to strict cleanroom gowning protocol.

• This position will have 5-20% travel, or as required by the assigned project.
• You may be assigned to a client site for an extended period.
• Overnight travel or staying in the city of Client’s location is possible depending on assignment.
• Please review the IPS Travel Policy.
• You will visit Client sites and will be required to adhere to stated safety rules.
• Must have access to reliable transportation.
• Must have the ability to travel and commute on a daily or routine basis.

• This position is a safety-sensitive position.
• The employee is designated for field work and attends activities at client sites where they work in construction, process, packaging, manufacturing, research, or other "non-administrative" areas.

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required
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IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in technical consulting, architecture, engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification, and validation services for…