Plumbing And Fire Protection Designer

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

At Stantec we understand the connection between where we work and where we live.  This is why we always design with community in mind.  As part of a collaborative engineering team, our Plumbing and Fire Protection design engineers foster innovated designs with a focus on safety, prevention, and quality of life.

Your Key Responsibilities

Joining our team as a Plumbing and Fire Protection Design Engineer offers significant opportunities for growth, and the foundation for a successful career through work on a diverse project both small and large, across multiple sectors including but not limited to; Commercial, Hospitality, Transit Buildings, Federal Assignment, Industrial and Infrastructure.  Our team members enjoy working directly with clients, providing solutions, and as valued members of collaborative project teams.

The Plumbing /Fire Protection Designer will be responsible for:

• Preparing application for local Utility company (Gas, Water, Sewer)
• Working with senior engineer and assist him with design and engineering.
• Prepare hydraulic calculations
• Following the design approaches and concepts assigned be senior engineer
• Research and study NFPA Standards and Building, Plumbing, and Gas Codes
• Produce detailed Plumbing and Fire Protection layouts in Auto-Cad and Revit, based on applicable codes and standards 
• Develop all plumbing riser diagrams
• Communicate with team members for coordinated designs
• Provide construction phase engineering support including site observations, responding to RFIs and submittals, and close out services

Your Capabilities and Credentials

This is a great opportunity for a Plumbing and Fire Protection Design Engineer with experience with one of the following markets or a combination of Commercial, Institutional, Healthcare, Transportation as well as experience in Large Infrastructure Design. In addition to your engineering experience, to succeed in this role, you will need:

• Demonstrated knowledge of systems design for various projects with the ability to communicate design concepts via sketches and renderings
• A working knowledge of the various applications of fire suppression systems gained through both formal training and project experience
• Ability to quickly learn how to design riser diagrams (Sanitary, Domestic Water, Storm, Gas and Fire Protection)

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering
• Preferable to have 1-3 years of relevant experience in the Plumbing and Fire Protection Design field.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #DesignYourPlace