Mechanical Engineer 5 - Fire Protection

Overview

CDM Smith is an engineering and construction firm delivering legendary service, smart solutions for the environment and infrastructure, and an unmatched experience for our clients and employees. Our firm works with clients around the world to implement solutions to meet current and future needs. The successful candidate will have significant experience leading and managing the design of mechanical projects.

At CDM Smith, we are invested in your success. We offer flexible work options that allow our employees to meet their needs outside of work. Our preference is that this position be based out of one of our U.S. based offices.

As a member of our Infrastructure and Services Group you would contribute to CDM Smith's mission by :

Responsibilities

• With general direction, creating engineering designs including : conceptual and basis of design technical documents, water supply and hydraulic analysis, fire sprinkler and suppression systems, fire pumps and fire alarm systems. Acting as QFPE for work with federal projects, providing life safety, fire suppression and fire alarm analysis and design. Performing reviews of draft designs for compliance with federal, state and local regulations and signing off on completed designs. Ensuring that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs.
• Collaborating with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs). Reviewing draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations, and best practices.
• Meeting with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs.
• Performing site assessments and studies, as needed to ensure designs are aligned with industry standards and local requirements.
• Attending conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.
• Performing other duties of basic to high complexity as necessary to meet client requirements such as creating fire protection and life safety engineering designs and evaluations : egress analysis, fire separation requirements, fire hazard analysis, water supply evaluations, insurance provider recommendations.
• Evaluating systems utilizing HydraCAD, HydraCALC, or similar software as required.
• Reviewing draft designs for compliance with NFPA, UFC, national, state, and local regulations as applicable to project work and signing off on completed designs. Ensuring that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs.
• Providing technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Mentoring more junior staff and developing them for future growth within the discipline and firm. May supervise the work of junior engineers on project work.

Qualifications

Job Title : Mechanical Engineer 5 - Fire Protection

Group : ISO

Certification / License Requirements : Professional Engineer

Employment Type : Regular

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Why CDM Smith?

Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https : / / www.cdmsmith.com / en / Video / Meet-CDM-Smith)

Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.

Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.

Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Job Site Location

United States - Nationwide

Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Travel

10%

Assignment Category

Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available

No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Skills and Abilities

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Pay Range Minimum

$90,605

Pay Range Maximum

$158,579

Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options

Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

Driver's License Requirements

An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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