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AVAILABLE POSITION · REVIEWED AUGUST 10, 2026

Plumbing/Fire Protection Project Engineer

Agile’s Client, a respected MEP engineering firm with nearly 200 professionals, is interviewing for a Plumbing/Fire Protection Project Engineer in Rochester, NY. This position provides the opportunity to lead plumbing and fire protection design projects, supervise design teams, and work closely with firm leadership. It’s a strong next step for engineers eager to expand their leadership influence.

Location
Rochester, NY
State
New York
Workplace
On-Site
Salary
$73,000 – $88,000
Experience
Minimum 2 years
Discipline
Mechanical Engineering
Specialty
Project Engineer – Plumbing & Fire Protection – Project Delivery (Commercial/Institutional).
Market
Commercial | Institutional
Credential
PE preferred
Bonus
Yes
Position ID
1068

Key Responsibilities

  • Independently evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.
  • Work with Principals, Associates, and Senior Engineers to clarify project scope and deliverables.
  • Supervise and coordinate Designers and CAD Operators on project tasks.
  • Prepare project plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
  • Establish project design concepts, criteria, and scope.
  • Perform engineering computations and equipment selection/sizing.
  • Coordinate with architects, trades, and clients.
  • Review shop drawings and provide recommendations to improve standards.
  • Ensure accuracy of design, drawings, and specifications.
  • Contribute to firm standards and mentor junior staff as needed.

Key Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent.
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred; E.I.T. working toward licensure considered.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience with responsibility for plumbing/fire protection project design.
  • Strong technical knowledge in plumbing and fire protection systems.
  • Ability to supervise, mentor, and coordinate design teams effectively.

Why Consider?

If you’re a Plumbing/Fire Protection Project Engineer looking for a position where your expertise will be recognized and your leadership will directly shape meaningful projects- we welcome your application.

Use the rest of this year to explore whether this opportunity fits your goals.

Available now.

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