Graduate Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineer - DC (Summer 2026)

Overview

Assist in designing, documenting, and coordinating plumbing and fire protection systems.

Key Responsibilities

• construction drawings
• field surveys
• coordination
• engineering calculations
• quality assurance
• client meetings

Tasks

-Ensure service and project work are carried out to an excellent standard and quality within agreed deadlines and budget. -Prepare construction drawings from schematic design through construction administration. -Conduct field surveys to document existing conditions and observe progress during construction. -Participate in interdisciplinary coordination with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical and civil engineering teams. -Perform calculations using standard engineering software and tools. -Contribute to quality assurance and constructability reviews. -Help develop discipline specific standards and specifications. -Assist in client meetings and value engineering sessions. -Support the development of plumbing and fire protection system designs under the guidance of senior engineers.

Requirements

• revit
• autocad
• bim
• bachelor's
• nfpa
• communication

What You Bring

-Internship experience at engineering related firm preferred, and proven interest in the built environment and sustainable design. -Proficiency with BIM modelling software, such as Revit and AutoCAD. -Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible manner. -Coursework in mechanical design, heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid hydraulics/dynamics. -Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team. -Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Fire Protection, Civil, Sanitary, Environmental, or Architectural Engineering. -Awareness of building, plumbing and fire codes, (IPC, NFPA).

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Benefits

-Generous PTO (4 weeks) in addition to 10 paid holidays -Salary range of $77,000 to $80,000. This will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience -Connection to global network of experts on the forefront of industry initiatives -Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees -Access to wide ranging learning and development opportunities -Annual discretionary bonus -Generous benefits package -Hybrid working & summer hours -401k with company match

About Buro Happold

- excels in providing creative and sustainable solutions for complex projects. - serves a diverse range of sectors. - projects include large-scale infrastructure, high-end residential, and innovative commercial buildings. - recognized for its expertise in structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering. - portfolio includes iconic projects such as the Sydney Opera House renewal and London's Crossrail. - innovative, sustainable design is central to the company’s approach, incorporating cutting-edge technologies. - delivers solutions that enhance the built environment.

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