Syska Hennessy Group
A global consulting, engineering and commissioning firm for high‑performance built environments.
Senior Plumbing Engineer/Designer
Senior engineer designing plumbing & fire protection systems for varied building projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
As a senior engineer, you will lead design engineering and provide system design support across all MEP disciplines, ensuring coordinated solutions. Responsibilities include consulting with clients, architects, vendors, contractors, and authorities, as well as conducting field surveys, system assessments, and commissioning activities. • Design plumbing and fire protection systems for diverse facility types • Conduct field surveys, system assessments, and commissioning • Perform calculations and produce clear drawings per client standards • Apply ICC, NFPA, NYC, and local codes to all designs • Lead peer reviews and provide QA/QC oversight • Interpret code requirements and resolve design issues • Support business development by expanding client relationships and attending industry events • Travel to project sites and meet project deadlines • Supervise junior engineers and coordinate multidisciplinary teams
Key Responsibilities
- ▸plumbing design
- ▸fire protection
- ▸field surveys
- ▸code compliance
- ▸qa/qc
- ▸client consulting
What You Bring
Syska Hennessy Group, a global leader in consulting, engineering, and commissioning services, is seeking an experienced Senior Plumbing/Fire Protection Engineer for its Chicago, IL office. The firm specializes in MEP, ICT, architectural lighting, vertical transportation, and commissioning, delivering landmark projects worldwide. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in fire protection, electrical, or mechanical engineering and possess 8‑10 years of field experience in fire protection and fire alarm design, including at least three years of supervisory experience. Required knowledge includes ICC, NFPA, NYC and local codes, NICET certification (or ability to obtain within two years), and proficiency with AutoCAD‑MEP and Revit. • Utilize AutoCAD‑MEP and Revit for design development • Maintain NICET certification in fire alarm or fire protection (or obtain within 2 years) • Obtain multistate licensure within 2‑4 years as needed • Secure required federal security clearance for project work • Communicate design concepts verbally, in writing, and through presentations
Requirements
- ▸autocad‑mep
- ▸revit
- ▸nicet
- ▸licensure
- ▸clearance
- ▸supervisory
Benefits
The role offers a dynamic work environment with a supportive culture, diverse workforce, and competitive compensation. Employees enjoy a flexible schedule—nine hours on‑site Monday through Thursday and a four‑hour remote workday on Friday—plus social events and opportunities for professional growth. Syska offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with generous matching, professional development courses and incentive bonuses, employee resource groups, generous PTO, transit/parking stipend, and a half‑day work‑from‑home Friday. The salary range for this position in Chicago is $95,911 to $143,867, commensurate with experience and location. • Robust medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans • 401(k) with employer matching contribution • Professional development courses and incentive bonuses • Dynamic Employee Resource Groups and generous PTO • Transit/parking stipend and half‑day remote work on Fridays • Competitive salary range based on experience and location
Work Environment
Office Full-Time