Rcr Engineering Group

Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineer (0–3 Years Experience)

RCR Engineering Group PLLC – Stamford, CT (In-Person / Flexible)

About Us

RCR Engineering Group is a growing MEP consulting firm based in Stamford, CT, focused on delivering high-quality, practical engineering solutions across a range of building types including multifamily residential, hospitality, healthcare, K-12, and commercial developments. We’re building the firm intentionally—lean, collaborative, and highly accountable—with a focus on technical excellence and long-term client relationships. This is an opportunity to join early, contribute meaningfully, and grow with the company.

The Role

We are seeking a Plumbing & Fire Protection Engineer with 0–3 years of experience who is motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to develop technically within a fast-paced consulting engineering environment. You will work closely with firm leadership and senior engineers while gaining exposure to all phases of design, coordination, and project delivery.

This role is ideal for:

-      A recent graduate or early-career engineer looking to build a strong technical foundation in plumbing and fire protection systems design 

-      An individual who enjoys hands-on design, coordination, and problem-solving within a collaborative environment 

Key Responsibilities

-      Assist with the design of plumbing and fire protection systems for a variety of building types 

-      Support hydraulic calculations, pipe sizing, and system layout development for fire protection systems 

-      Assist with plumbing system layouts including domestic water, sanitary, vent, and storm piping systems

-      Prepare construction documents using Revit and AutoCAD 

-      Participate in investigative field surveys, project coordination meetings, and construction site visits

-      Coordinate with architects and other engineering disciplines under the guidance of senior engineering staff 

-      Participate in all project phases including SD, DD, CD, and CA while developing technical and project coordination skills 

-      Assist with construction administration tasks including responding to RFIs and reviewing submittals 

Qualifications & Technical Skills

-      0–3 years of experience in plumbing/fire protection design, drafting, BIM/modeling, or related internship experience 

-      Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred 

-      Familiarity with Revit and AutoCAD preferred 

-      Interest in plumbing and fire protection systems design and coordination 

-      Strong communication, organization, and coordination skills

-      Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progress toward licensure is a plus

What We Offer

-      Competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and benefits   

-      Flexible work environment (with strong preference for in-office collaboration) 

-      Direct exposure to firm leadership and full project lifecycles 

-      Opportunity to grow into leadership roles as the firm expands 

-      A collaborative, low-bureaucracy environment where your work has immediate impact 

Why Join RCR

This is an early hire opportunity within a growing firm. You’ll be part of a small, high-performing team where:

-      Your work directly impacts project outcomes and client relationships 

-      You’ll gain experience across design, coordination, and project delivery 

-      You’ll have a clear path to increased responsibility and leadership 

Email resume to:

trich@rcrmep.com

achary@rcrmep.com

Learn more:

www.rcrmep.com

• www.linkedin.com/company/rcrmep