Graduate Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineer - DC; Summer

Graduate Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineer – DC (Summer 2026)

Join Buro Happold’s inclusive and welcoming team in DC as a Graduate Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineer. Start designing tomorrow’s future with projects that challenge the status quo and work with a diverse portfolio.

• Support the development of plumbing and fire protection system designs under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Prepare construction drawings from schematic design through construction administration.
• Perform calculations using standard engineering software and tools.
• Conduct field surveys to document existing conditions and observe progress during construction.
• Participate in interdisciplinary coordination with architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical and civil engineering teams.
• Assist in client meetings and value engineering sessions.
• Contribute to quality assurance and constructability reviews.
• Help develop discipline specific standards and specifications.
• Ensure service and project work are carried out to an excellent standard and quality within agreed deadlines and budget.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Fire Protection, Civil, Sanitary, Environmental, or Architectural Engineering.
• Coursework in mechanical design, heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid hydraulics/dynamics.
• Awareness of building, plumbing and fire codes, (IPC, NFPA).
• Proficiency with BIM modelling software, such as Revit and AutoCAD.
• Internship experience at engineering related firm preferred, and proven interest in the built environment and sustainable design.
• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible manner.
• Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Salary range of $77,000 to $80,000. This will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience.
• Generous benefits package.
• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Generous PTO (4 weeks) in addition to 10 paid holidays.
• 401k with company match.
• Hybrid working & summer hours.
• Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees.
• Connection to global network of experts on the forefront of industry initiatives.
• Access to wide ranging learning and development opportunities.
• Be a part of supporting our diverse company culture through open engagement with our Young Employees Forum, Diversity and Inclusion Forum, Buro Happold Women's Network, and/or our Black at Buro Happold Employee Resource Groups.

Ready for something a little less ordinary? Apply now to start your career journey.

Buro Happold values flexible working patterns and welcomes applications from those seeking flexibility. We strive to support underrepresented groups and investigate adjustments to the application process to improve accessibility.

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