Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineer​/Designer

About SFCS

As a collaborative and innovative center of design excellence, SFCS is dedicated to defining the next generation of living, learning and healing environments. Our family‑oriented culture aims to provide an exceptional employment experience through which we deliver extraordinary service. From our four regionally located offices in North Carolina, Virginia, Kentucky and Pennsylvania, we provide specialization in the design of senior living, education, healthcare and government facilities nationwide.

Our Roanoke office is currently seeking a staff plumbing / fire protection designer. 10+ years of experience is preferred in the design of plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings. The applicant shall demonstrate proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit software (Revit preferred), Microsoft Office, and an understanding of national standard plumbing codes, building codes and NFPA codes in regard to plumbing and fire protection system design.

The designer will work directly with senior staff to develop plans and specifications for the construction of plumbing and fire protection systems.

• Meet with architects and other team members to determine appropriate plumbing and fire protection systems, locations, and preliminary cost estimates.
• Perform fieldwork to determine a design direction, including making educated decisions on system designs and upgrades. Experience with system layout, calculation, and sizing of piping and equipment.
• Work with architects, clients, and other engineering disciplines to coordinate systems during design and production drawings.
• Perform plumbing system and fire protection system design calculations.
• Prepare contract documents using the latest version of AutoCAD or Revit to design and provide concepts for schematic design packages.
  
  Experience with Hydra Cad/ Hydra
  
  CALC is a plus.
• Develop technical construction specifications to support project design and drawings.
• Assist in plumbing and fire protection construction administration, including shop drawing review, site visits, cost proposal evaluations, and response to questions from the field.
• Ensure designs are compliant with relative plumbing and building codes and NFPA standards.
• Strong written and communication skills with the ability to multi‑task and work on simultaneous project assignments at different phases.
• Excellent client interface capabilities and organizational skills, ensuring delivery of quality service to the customer while maintaining the firm’s obligations.
• Enthusiasm and eagerness for continued education and development of new skills.
• Associate’s degree in a related engineering/science discipline with a sound knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals is desired; a graduate degree and/or registered Professional Engineer is a plus.
• ASPE CPDT, or CPD, is preferred or the ability to obtain certification within one year of employment.
• LEED certifications are a plus.

SFCS offers a competitive salary and benefits package. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.