Plumbing & Fire Protection Intern

At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a talented Plumbing & Fire Protection Co-op to join our dedicated team at our headquarters in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania.

In this role, you will apply engineering fundamentals and project-related services in support of design assignments. This developmental position enables the Designer to learn to apply theoretical knowledge to practical application.

Additional Responsibilities

• Works with assigned design engineers and drafters to execute design drawings and specifications as required to support assigned projects. Ensures code and statute compliance in all projects.
• Use computer-aided design technologies to develop sketches, drawings and construction documents.
• Routinely archive and retrieve data from the electronic database for support of work.
• Research equipment selection from catalogs under the direction of the Project Designer/Engineer.
• Expected to become proficient in the use of a computer for Design and CAD applications.
• Maintains a neat and organized work area, which allows efficient access to project information required by other team members.
• Keeps the Project Designer/Engineer aware of workload and requests work when needed.
• Special projects as assigned.

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited technical institution or college.
• Proven time management skills to juggle more than one project at a time.
• Customer Service experience exhibiting strong oral and written communication skills.

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually, with video required.

IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in technical consulting, architecture, engineering, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification, and validation services for technically complex facilities. Integration is how we think and work. It requires the ability to unite existing and emerging technologies into a process that reliably delivers products and accelerates speed to market. That end-to-end mindset allows us to be agile and anticipate challenges as we move projects toward operational readiness. IPS applies design and delivery expertise, client-side experience, and supplier-side insight to every project. We infuse our curiosity, our passion, and our commitment to partnership in delivering solutions at any scale. We meet our clients where they are and get them to where they need to go. That's only possible when we care as much as our clients do.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV, and Staffing Services.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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