Plumbing/ Fire Protection Engineer II

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 Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineer II to join our team at our headquarters in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assists or works with a Project Lead with design computations and quantity estimates, and develops probable construction cost estimates.
• Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
• Assists with the preparation of reports, specifications, plans, and supports construction for projects.
• Sets up views/sheets within Revit or AutoCAD for use on a project, utilizing established naming convention and drawing list prepared by the Project Lead.
• Expected to become proficient in the use of a computer for Design and Revit / CAD applications.
• Researches and selects equipment based on recommendations of the Project Lead and fills out equipment schedules.
• Works with equipment suppliers/vendors to obtain the necessary information needed for design completion.
• Creates or modifies drawings based on markups generated by others.
• Researches design options and documents findings for the Project Lead.
• Keeps the Project Lead informed of workload and any changes in project scope or additional services.
• Researches code issues and communicates with other disciplines.
• Ensures acceptable levels of quality and checks for coordination of work to assure documents reflect design intent and necessary coordination.
• Learn how to perform basic plumbing engineering/design systems, such as all types of drainage and service utility systems (plan/riser/P&ID/details/schedules layout of these systems).
• Learn how to perform basic fire protection engineering/design systems, such as all types of suppression systems and hazard classifications (wet/dry/pre-action/clean agent/foam/risers/details/schedules layout of these systems).
• Creates specialized drawings, such as operations matrices, elevations, or details and diagrams.
• Attend more site survey trips.
• Start to perform the role of Project Lead for less complex projects within the business unit with assistance from engineers and designers.
  
  

Qualifications & Requirements

• 2-5 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 Engineering Degree in Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering from an accredited four-year College or University.
• Experience in computer operation for engineering design programs and computer-aided drafting (AutoCAD/Revit).
• General knowledge of Plumbing and Fire Protection system design and applicable codes.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• EIT.
  
  

Physical Demands

• 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.
  
  

Work Environment

• 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.
  
  

Travel

• 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.
  
  

Safety

• 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.

About Us

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in technical consulting, architecture, engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification, and validation services for technically complex facilities. Integration is how we think and work. It requires the ability to unite existing and emerging technologies into a process that reliably delivers products and accelerates speed to market. That end-to-end mindset allows us to be agile and anticipate challenges as we move projects toward operational readiness. IPS applies design and delivery expertise, client-side experience, and supplier-side insight to every project. We infuse our curiosity, our passion, and our commitment to partnership in delivering solutions at any scale. We meet our clients where they are and get them to where they need to go. That’s only possible when we care as much as our clients do.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV, and Staffing Services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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