Seattle, Washington, Arup is proud to be recognized by Fast Company in their third annual Best Workplaces for Innovators list , which honors businesses and organizations that demonstrate a deep commitment to encouraging innovation at all levels. We find solutions for some of the world’s most complex problems. From climate action to social value, we consider the broadest impacts of our work. We strive to build a more sustainable, resilient, and equitable future. This purpose shapes our culture and has made us leaders in sustainable development. You’d be joining our multi-disciplinary design teams focusing on technical excellence and innovative solutions that create a better future for people, places, and the planet.
Our Seattle Office is currently seeking a Plumbing Engineer to join our multi-disciplinary team. We work on projects that are both local and non-local ranging from large technology companies, laboratories, healthcare, pharma, and commercial. At Arup we use the latest design technologies and analytic methods to deliver projects which make a real impact. Sustainability, carbon reduction, and resilience are at the core of what we do.
Responsibilities:
Contributing to the design of plumbing and fire protection systems for a variety of projects such as laboratories, healthcare, aviation, rail, higher education, and museums.
Collaborating with mechanical and electrical teams to deliver project designs to meet project requirements and timelines
Undertaking and documenting engineering analysis work, including code research, load calculations, and equipment sizing, in a clear manner
Performing design and calculation review to confirm the accuracy of your work
Documenting systems design in Revit
Coordinating with multiple disciplines, both internal and external and working in conjunction with project managers to help complete each project
Writing reports for internal and external purposes based on findings
Participating in local Professional Associations
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in designing plumbing and fire protection systems
AutoCAD and Revit drafting experience, Revit preferred
Preferred but not required Bachelors degree in mechanical, civil, sanitary, environmental, or architectural engineering, or commensurate years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
EIT / PE license
American Society of Plumbing Engineers CPDT / CPD certification
Experience designing specialty plumbing systems such as rainwater collection, water re-use systems, and laboratory/medical gas systems.
Experience designing specialty fire protection systems such as clean agent, deluge, dry and pre-action.
Qualities:
The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work, self-managed, and exceptional organization skills are required for our constantly evolving environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working. Presentation skills with colleagues and clients of all levels.
Benefits that 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. 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.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement - Arup requires all new employees to be vaccinated for COVID-19. Arup is an equal opportunity employer and consistent with federal, state, and local requirements, will consider requests for reasonable accommodation based on disability or sincerely held religious beliefs where it is able to do so without undue hardship to Arup.
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.
Arup is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of national origin, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or other status protected by law. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at americasbenefits@arup.com .