Project Engineer, Environmental Engineer

Posted Friday, January 30, 2026 at 5:00 AM | Expires Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 4:59 AM

H2M architects and engineers is seeking a Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineer to join our growing team in our Melville, NY headquarters office. Key responsibilities include the planning and preparation of Plumbing and Fire Protection designs, calculations, reports, equipment selection and specification writing for all types of buildings.

We’re looking for a Plumbing Engineer with several years of design experience in a consulting environment, specifically related to plumbing
. In this role, you will work with other MEP engineers as part of a multi-disciplined design team. Working with architects, civil engineers, and environmental scientists, you will be executing plumbing design work for both public and private clients.

• Project design and development tasks, including drawings, calculations, cost estimates and specifications for various large and small scale plumbing and/or fire protection projects.
• Coordinate and oversee various aspects of projects with other engineering and architecture departments.
• Nurture client relationships, which include attending meetings, answering questions and/or providing resolutions to problems/issues that may arise.
• Attend project meetings pertaining to construction administration; review contractor submittals and provide feedback and clarification when needed.
• Coordinate and manage communication with local water districts and health departments for backflow permitting for domestic and fire water services.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Must have substantial design experience in a consulting environment, with at least 3-5 years experience devoted to plumbing/fire protection systems projects.
• Prior experience preparing construction specifications and drawings required.
• Familiarity with all applicable plumbing/fuel gas/mechanical state and local codes and standards.
• A strong knowledge of sizing and design layouts for domestic water services, domestic water distribution, sanitary waste and venting systems, storm water, grease and oil collection systems, natural and propane gas distribution.
• Ability to work well independently as well as in a team environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Revit desirable.
• Familiarity with various local government agencies.

The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $120,000 annually.

The employment offer may deviate from the published range based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, specialty, knowledge, education, geography and/or related certifications – not related to any applicant’s characteristics protected by local, state or federal law.

Note:

The salary or hourly rate indicated does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.

While we have grown into a large firm over the past 90 plus years, we remain dedicated to preserving our small company connections. It is our intention to always stand as one H2M with a mission that is built around:

• Our People: It’s our people that create our culture, execute our projects, service our clients, support our communities, and help make our company a great place to work.
• Our clients: Our clients are “why” we exist as an organization. We have the experience, expertise, and skillsets that our clients do not have yet are needed to solve the problems of the built environment.
• Our communities: We commit to creating a safe environment that fosters thriving and healthy communities through our contributions and support for numerous charitable, educational, and community-based causes and organizations.

At H2M, we’re more than just the services we provide. We are a team of over 500 professionals with the knowledge, ability, and desire to create something truly impressive. When we ask for the best of you, it is right to ask for the best of the company. Your growth is our growth. Your success is our success. We are in this mission together, so let’s see it through together.

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