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Senior Plumbing Engineer


Company : MSCCN


Location : New York City, NY


Created : 2025-12-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

ReqID: NEW000203 Joining Arup At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective u2013 one that encourages individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning u2013 to Arup, to your career, to our members, and to the clients and communities we serve. We are currently seeking a Senior Plumbing Engineer to join us in one of our east offices, in New York, New Jersey, Boston, or DC to work on design plumbing and fire protection systems including domestic cold-water systems, domestic hot water systems, specialty water systems, sanitary drainage and vent systems, storm drainage systems, natural gas distribution systems, medical gas and/or laboratory gas systems, grease waste systems, acid waste and vent systems, other special plumbing systems, and fire suppression systems. This role supports a broad range of building types, with opportunities to contribute to technically complex and mission-critical facilities. The Opportunity u2022 Design plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings and structures across a variety of market sectors. u2022 Prepare drawings detailing system designs, including plumbing schedules, floor plans, enlarged plans, details, and riser diagrams. u2022 Prepare sketches and narratives for SD packages; develop Revit drawings for DD deliverables and construction documents. u2022 Perform system design calculations, code analysis, and maintain accurate design records. u2022 Select and specify equipment for use in building systems. u2022 Prepare written reports describing proposed systems and design alternatives. u2022 Develop project-specific specifications tailored to client and project needs. u2022 Coordinate work with engineers and designers across multiple disciplines. u2022 Attend meetings and communicate with clients to establish requirements and resolve design issues. u2022 Incorporate sustainable and resilient design strategies based on client and project needs. u2022 Support construction administration activities, including site visits, review of submittals and RFIs, troubleshooting construction issues, and preparation of site observation reports. u2022 Mentor junior plumbing engineers and designers. u2022 Coordinate with city officials and Fire Marshal offices as required for project delivery. Is This Role Right for You? u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree in mechanical, architectural, civil, or environmental engineering. u2022 Minimum 8 years of experience in the design and specification of plumbing and fire protection systems. u2022 Familiarity with relevant codes and standards, including UPC, IPC, IBC, ASPE standards, LEED Water Efficiency, TDSHS, FGI, and NFPA. u2022 Experience designing a variety of building types, which may include offices, hotels, hospitals, laboratories, high-rise buildings, and other technically complex facilities. u2022 Proficiency in Revit for developing design drawings and 3D models of plumbing and piping systems preferred. u2022 Ability to deliver high-quality work within established schedules and budgets. u2022 Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment. u2022 Excellent planning, organization, and time-management skills in a fast-paced setting. u2022 Highly motivated, proactive, and willing to take on new challenges. u2022 Working knowledge of Bluebeam, Excel, Word, and Navisworks. Other / Preferred Qualifications u2022 Experience supporting mission-critical or data center facilities, including familiarity with reliability, redundancy, resilience, and operational continuity considerations, is preferred. u2022 Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred, or ASPE CPD (Certified in Plumbing Design) in the U.S. u2022 Strong foundation in plumbing engineering fundamentals. u2022 Certifications in Medical Gas Design. u2022 LEED AP or WELL accreditation. Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal.If this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to ourTalent Community iswhere you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world. What we offer you At Arup, we care about each memberu2019s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive u2013 through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arupu2019s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. Benefits at Work- At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firmu2019s financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future. Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available. NY/NJHiring Range- The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in NY/NJ is $122,500 - $148,450 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of NY/NJ will differ. Different People, Shared Values Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether youu2019re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas u2013 this drives our excellence. Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion u2013 we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at Our Application Process We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly. Arup is an equal opportunity employer. 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