Senior Plumbing Engineer/Designer - Pennington, United States - Henningson, Durham & Richardson, PC
Description
At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services.While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that.
We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.Watch Our Story:
We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.
The Building Engineering Services Group (BES) provides mechanical, electrical, plumbing, site civil, structural, and specialty design services for a wide variety of buildings that include public, municipal, private, and Federal project types across the region and globally.
With a team of experienced staff in specific market sectors such as Healthcare, Science and Technology, Data Centers, Higher Education, Federal, Transportation, Water, and Resources facilities, we provide engineering excellence for our clients.
We have an industry leading focus on sustainable design and energy conservation.The HDR BES group in New Jersey is looking for a
Senior-Level Plumbing Engineer/Designer
to join our team.
Primary Responsibilities
In the role of Senior Plumbing Engineer/Designer, we'll count on you to:
Manage the plumbing, medical gas, and laboratory gas portions of complex projects including hospitals, research facilities, data centers, and other facility types
Independently evaluate, select, and apply standard and advanced engineering techniques and procedures to make decisions on a broad range of plumbing design issues
Complete design of plumbing systems including domestic cold water, domestic hot water, sanitary drainage and vent systems, storm drainage systems, medical gas, laboratory gas, pumping systems, water treatment, reclaimed water, and natural gas distribution systems
Take responsibility for all aspects of the work, including drawings and specifications, meeting schedules and budgets, and directing assigned staff
Meet with clients and contractors
Interpret engineering data for designers and drafters
Check the drawings on a continuing basis to ensure accuracy and completeness and oversee deliverables to clients for quality control
Mentor and develop the skills of designers and drafters
Monitor the schedule and budgets for projects
Perform field verification and take-offs of existing systems for renovation projects
Review and summarize applicable codes and for inclusion in the project basis of design, drawings, and specifications
Coordinate plumbing work with other disciplines and consultants
Review shop drawings and answer requests for information
Prepare periodic project status reports for review by the Project Manager and the Department Director
Write project specifications as required for the plumbing scope of work
Visit project sites as requested or as contractually required to monitor construction progress and resolve issues in the field
Perform other duties as needed
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Qualifications
Required Qualifications
A minimum of 10 years with experience in plumbing system design. This includes experience in code review and interpretation
Thorough knowledge of applicable building and NFPA Codes pertaining to plumbing systems
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Take ownership of assignments and work both independently and as part of a large project team
Strongly motivated, well organized, and showing professional initiative
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or closely related engineering discipline preferred
PE license preferred. Candidates hired without PE license will have a title of Senior Plumbing Designer
CPD, GPD, LEED AP, and/or Medical Gas Designer Certification a plus
Fire protection systems design experience including wet, dry, and specialty systems a plus
Proficiency in Revit a plus
Why HDR
At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it.
Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible.
When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.Primary Location
:
United States-New Jersey-Pennington
Schedule
:
Full-time
Employee Status
:
Regular
BusinessClass
:
Building Public-Health-Plumbing
Job Posting
:
Apr 3, 2024
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
USA:
We are a Federal Contractor, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law.
CANADA:
We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
AUSTRALIA:
We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.
At HDR, health and safety matters.
For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy.
If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.