Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer
Company: Popli, Architecture + Engineering
Location: Rochester
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Full-time Description If you are a team player with a passion to
drive your career in Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineering,
Popli Design Group (PDG) is the place for you! PDG is seeking a
Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer for our Syracuse, NY office
to add to our growing and talented team. As a Plumbing and Fire
Protection Engineer, you will be responsible for performing
engineering evaluations and analyses, field inspections, design
drawings, technical specifications, and cost estimation with
minimal supervision. Your role will involve performing fire
suppression system selection, preparing preliminary designs, and
creating performance specifications. The requirements for the
Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer position include knowledge of
NYS Plumbing codes and NFPA, proficiency in AutoCAD and the
Microsoft Office Suite, and the ability to perform standard
engineering analysis of plumbing and fire protection systems using
the latest codes and technologies. Responsibilities Perform
engineering evaluations and analyses, field inspections, design
drawings, technical specifications and cost estimation with minimal
supervision. Perform fire suppression system selection, preparing
preliminary designs, and creating performance specifications
Perform fire suppression hydraulic calculations to support design
and estimate construction costs and evaluate feasibility of
construction Assists upper level management and staff as a
technical expert. Requirements Knowledge of NYS Plumbing codes and
NFPA. Proficiency in AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office Suite. Able to
perform standard engineering analysis of existing and new plumbing
and fire protection systems utilizing the latest codes and
technologies to provide optimized designs. Ability to work in a
team and communicate effectively both written and verbally. Revit
MEP proficiency preferred. Experience, Education and Certification
BS in Mechanical Engineering/Engineering Technology . 5-10 years of
post-college experience. NYS PE License preferred. Applies
mechanical engineering and mathematical principals. Contributes to
more complex aspects of a project. Experience designing plumbing
and fire protection systems for schools, healthcare facilities and
commercial projects is preferred. A valid driver's license and
acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) are required for this
position. Work Environment Professional office environment but may
require travel to New York state job sites 10% of the time. The job
requires prolonged periods of sitting at a computer. Ability to
lift up to 15 lbs. About Popli Design Group (PDG) PDG is a
well-established multi-disciplinary architecture and engineering
firm that has been serving clients since 1982. With four decades of
experience and expertise, we have evolved from a transportation
engineering firm to a comprehensive, full-service organization with
seven office locations in New York State. Our extensive portfolio
of successful projects has earned us a trusted reputation among our
clients. Popli Design Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, genetics, disability or protected veteran status, and any
other basis protected by applicable local, state, or federal law or
Executive Orders. Good faith salary range is provided, and salary
package will be commensurate with experience. Salary Description
$80,000 - $110,000
Keywords: Popli, Architecture + Engineering, Rochester , Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer, Engineering , Rochester, New York
