Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer Salary in Des Moines, IA

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How much does a Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer make in Des Moines, IA? The average Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer salary in Des Moines, IA is $72,463 as of August 27, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $56,078 and $86,883. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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What is a Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer?

A Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing plumbing and fire protection systems for buildings and structures. This includes creating detailed plans and specifications for water supply, drainage, and fire suppression systems, as well as ensuring compliance with building codes and regulations. The engineer may also be involved in conducting site inspections, coordinating with other design professionals, and providing technical support during construction. Additionally, they may be responsible for evaluating existing systems and recommending improvements or upgrades to enhance safety and efficiency. Strong technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with other professionals are essential for success in this role.

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Fire Protection Engineer

Gigantes Group - Phoenix , AZ

Fire Protection Engineer (Mid-Level) 🔥 Location: Phoenix, AZ 🌵 About Our Client: Our client, a leading engineering consultancy in Phoenix, is known for delivering innovative and comprehensive ...

LinkedIn - 20 days ago

Fire Protection Engineer

Meade Engineering, Inc. - Phoenix , AZ

The Fire Protection Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of comprehensive fire protection systems for data centers. This role requires a highly experienced ...

LinkedIn - 64 days ago

Fire Protection Engineer-Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Kiewit - Kansas City , KS

Design Engineering Market: Nuclear Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview The position is part of the Fire Protection team designing systems in the various DOE facilities. The ideal candidate ...

LinkedIn - 46 days ago

Entry Level - Design Technician - Fire Protection Systems

Sciens Building Solutions - Poway , CA

Design Technician - Fire Protection Systems Prepare preliminary layout drawings, using the latest ... Request and obtain required information from General Contractors, Engineers, and City agencies, to ...

LinkedIn - 24 days ago

Director of Engineering

Marriott - Portland , OR

... Plumbing. OR • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction ... fire crew has complete understanding of all procedures, equipment and alarms. • Coaches and ...

Job Traffic Ltd - 46 days ago

Lead Mechanical Engineer

MELE Associates, Inc. - Albuquerque , NM

... civil, fire protection and structural etc. * Participate in project reviews as a mechanical ... facility equipment; plumbing and other building mechanical systems * Strong technical ...

ZipRecruiter - 82 days ago

What does a Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer do?

Common responsibilities of a Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer

Design fire protection systems, including sprinkler and fire suppression systems, to meet building code requirements and provide adequate protection for occupants.

October 04, 2023

Create detailed plans and specifications for plumbing systems, including piping layouts, fixture selections, and equipment sizing.

October 09, 2023

Perform hydraulic calculations to determine pipe sizing, flow rates, and pressure requirements for water supply and drainage systems.

October 17, 2023

Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, and other design professionals to integrate plumbing systems into building designs.

October 19, 2023

Perform hydraulic calculations and analysis to determine water supply requirements, pipe sizing, and sprinkler coverage for fire protection systems.

October 20, 2023

Review and approve shop drawings and submittals from contractors to ensure compliance with design intent and specifications.

October 25, 2023

Provide technical support and guidance during construction and commissioning of plumbing and fire protection systems, addressing any issues or changes that arise during the construction process.

October 29, 2023

Prepare construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and technical reports, for plumbing and fire protection systems.

November 03, 2023

Conduct site visits and inspections to assess existing plumbing systems and identify potential issues or improvements.

November 21, 2023

Design and develop plumbing systems for commercial, industrial, and residential buildings, ensuring compliance with local building codes and regulations.

November 24, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer in Des Moines, IA

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56078

86883

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86883

72463

What is the average salary for Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer in Des Moines, IA. The base salary for Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer ranges from $56,078 to $86,883 with the average base salary of $72,463. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $56,078 to $86,883 with the average total cash compensation of $72,463.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$72,463	$56,078 - $86,883
Bonus	$0	$0 - $0
Total Pay	$72,463	$56,078 - $86,883

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineer Salary Near Des Moines, IA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Ankeny, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,830 - $86,500	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Urbandale, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,830 - $86,500	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Ames, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,310 - $85,694	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Cedar Falls, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,122 - $80,754	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Waterloo, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,569 - $81,446	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA
CITY, STATE Cedar Rapids, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,315 - $85,701	COMPARE TO Des Moines, IA

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About Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines (/dɪˈmɔɪn/ (listen)) is the capital and the most populous city in the U.S. state of Iowa. It is also the county seat of Polk County. A small part of the city extends into Warren County. It was incorporated on September 22, 1851, as Fort Des Moines, which was shortened to "Des Moines" in 1857. It is on and named after the Des Moines River, which likely was adapted from the early French name, Rivière des Moines, meaning "River of the Monks". The city's population was 217,521 as of the 2017 population estimate. The five-county metropolitan area is ranked 89th in terms of population in ...

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