Syska Hennessy Group
A global consulting, engineering and commissioning firm for high‑performance built environments.
Senior Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineer
Design and manage plumbing and fire protection systems for diverse building projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
In this role the engineer will lead the design of plumbing and fire‑protection systems, coordinate with other MEP disciplines, and serve as a key liaison with clients, architects, vendors, contractors, and authorities having jurisdiction. • Lead design engineering for plumbing and fire protection systems across MEP disciplines. • Conduct field surveys, system assessments, and commissioning activities. • Attend coordination meetings and perform site visits. • Perform calculations under senior engineer guidance. • Produce clear drawings that meet client requirements and firm standards. • Apply ICC, NFPA, local, and NYC codes, including code interpretation. • Conduct peer reviews and provide QA/QC oversight. • Assist business development by expanding client relationships and cross‑selling services. • Develop fire safety plans, fire, smoke & egress modeling, and oversee FLS commissioning.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸plumbing design
- ▸fire protection
- ▸system commissioning
- ▸code compliance
- ▸qa/qc review
- ▸client liaison
What You Bring
Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in fire protection, electrical, or mechanical engineering, possess at least eight years of field experience in fire‑protection and fire‑alarm design, and demonstrate proficiency with relevant codes (ICC, NFPA, NYC) and design tools such as AutoCAD‑MEP and Revit. Certifications such as NICET and multistate licensure are preferred, and the ability to obtain a federal security clearance is required. • Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering. • Minimum 8 + years of fire protection and fire alarm system design experience. • Knowledge of ICC, NFPA, local codes, and NYC codes. • NICET certification in fire alarm or fire protection (or obtain within 2 years). • Multistate licensure preferred (or obtain within 2‑4 years). • Ability to obtain federal security clearance. • Proficiency with AutoCAD‑MEP and Revit. • Strong interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills. • Willingness to travel and meet project deadlines.
Requirements
- ▸bachelor's
- ▸8+ years
- ▸autocad
- ▸revit
- ▸nicet
- ▸security clearance
Benefits
The position offers a dynamic work environment supported by a diverse workforce, competitive compensation, and a flexible schedule—four 9‑hour days in the office and a 4‑hour remote day on Friday—along with regular social events that foster collaboration and professional growth. Syska offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, generous paid time off, transit and parking stipends, professional development incentives, and employee resource groups, all designed to support work‑life balance and career advancement. • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance and supplemental plans. • 401(k) with generous employer matching contribution. • Training and professional development courses. • Professional development incentive bonuses. • Dynamic Employee Resource Groups. • Competitive paid time off policy. • Transit and parking stipend. • Half‑day work‑from‑home on Fridays throughout the year.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time