Full-Time
Plumbing & Fire Protection 2
Posted on 9/6/2025
CannonDesign
1,001-5,000 employees
Global architecture, engineering, and design firm
No salary listed
Pittsburgh, PA, USA
In Person
 Mechanical Engineering (1) |
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- Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering required; Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program preferred.
- Minimum of 4+ years of related experience required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to effectively handle multiple projects.
- Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit) required.
- Perform designs of piping and equipment selection for plumbing and fire protection systems for building design; independently for smaller/less technical projects; requiring supervision of senior engineer for complex projects.
- Prepare calculations using correct parameters with supervisory review.
- Prepare production drawings of plumbing and fire protection systems from schematic to construction design phases.
- Edit specifications relating to existing or new projects.
- Specify plumbing and fire protection equipment such as sprinkler, sewerage and medical gas systems.
- Review shop drawings for compliance of specifications and contract documents.
- Interface effectively with clients and members of the project team by attending Owner, Architect, Construction Administration (OAC) meetings in conjunction with project budget.
- May independently research as need arises and respond to emergent issues.
- Participate or lead value engineering sessions with Architectural/Engineering team.
- Conduct staff development activities, including mentoring /training presentations.
- May direct activities of staff with less experience.
- Conduct field site visits during construction phase. Site visits frequently require a physical walk through of site and may be done independently.
- Must be willing to perform overtime work and travel.
- May perform other duties as required.
- LEED accreditation preferred.
- Current CPD, PE in Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering in the United States preferred.
- ABET accreditation for degree program preferred (already in Requirements).
CannonDesign is a global architecture and engineering design firm that provides integrated design services, including architecture, engineering, and strategic planning for education, healthcare, corporate workplaces, and cultural institutions. The firm focuses on transforming spaces to improve life and helps clients achieve goals like enhanced learning, medical training, workplace productivity, and social inclusion.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
M&A
Total Funding
$2.7M
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1945
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Cityfi integration deepens urban mobility and civic strategy services for health and education clients.
- 1,760 staff across 23 global offices enables 30-year client relationships across multiple service lines.
- Ennead's Asia presence via Shanghai office expands access to ByteDance, CJ Blossom Park clients.
What critics are saying
- Seven acquisitions in 24 months risk culture dilution, talent attrition, and client relationship disruption.
- Ennead's Shanghai office exposes firm to U.S.-China trade tensions and potential sanctions.
- 30-year relationship model conflicts with traditional 3-year architecture cycles; unproven at scale.
What makes CannonDesign unique
- Integrated Living-Centered Design approach combines architecture, engineering, strategy, and social impact.
- Seven acquisitions since early 2024 expand capabilities across healthcare, education, civic, and Asia markets.
- Ennead Architects merger adds 160-person practice with Shanghai office and international civic project expertise.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Paid Vacation
Remote Work Options
401(k) Retirement Plan
Company News
Ennead Architects, the 160-person New York City architecture firm born from the Polshek Partnership, is merging with CannonDesign, the 1,600-person...
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Christner Architects has merged with CannonDesign, enhancing their design capabilities in healthcare, education, science, commercial, and cultural markets. This merger, announced by the St. Louis Business Journal, combines Christner's regional expertise and creative energy with CannonDesign's strengths. Brad Lukanic, CannonDesign’s CEO, expressed excitement about the new possibilities this partnership will bring. Christner has been influential in shaping St. Louis for over 60 years.
"Today, I am proud to share that Yellow Brick has joined CannonDesign.