Job Type
Full-time
Description
We are seeking an experienced
Fire Protection Professional Engineer (PE) to lead the design, analysis, and implementation of fire protection and life safety systems across a variety of commercial, industrial, and institutional projects. This role provides technical leadership, ensures code compliance, and supports clients in achieving safe, resilient, and cost-effective solutions.
Key ResponsibilitiesFire Protection System Engineering- Design and develop fire suppression, detection, and alarm systems (e.g., wet/dry sprinkler systems, clean agent systems, fire pumps, mass notification).
- Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
Code Compliance & Life Safety- Interpret and apply relevant codes and standards (e.g., NFPA, ICC, IBC, IFC, FM Global).
- Conduct building code and life safety analyses, including egress, occupancy classification, and hazard assessments.
- Collaborate with AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction) to secure approvals.
Project Management & Collaboration- Lead fire protection portions of multi-disciplinary engineering projects
- Coordinate with architects, mechanical/electrical engineers, contractors, and clients.
- Participate in project planning, budgeting, and scheduling.
- Review shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and conduct site visits.
Quality Assurance & Technical Leadership- Oversee and mentor junior engineers and designers.
- Ensure design accuracy, constructability, and adherence to company standards.
- Perform peer reviews and support internal process improvements.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in
Fire Protection Engineering,
Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- 5-10+ years of experience in fire protection engineering design.
- Proficiency with fire protection software (HydraCALC, AutoSPRINK, PyroSim, Revit, or equivalent).
- Strong knowledge of NFPA standards, IBC/IFC, and local fire codes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred- NICET Level III/IV in relevant fire protection disciplines.
- Experience with performance-based design or fire modeling.
- Familiarity with clean agent, water mist, and special hazard systems.
- Experience in consulting engineering or client-facing project roles.
Core Competencies- Technical accuracy and strong problem-solving abilities
- Client service mindset
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Attention to detail and documentation quality
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Capable of utilizing effective and timely communication with team members, clients and contractors
Working Conditions/Physical Demands:• Work environment is primarily indoors at firms' facility, with approximately 10% of time spent indoors/outdoors at project or construction sites where hard-hat and other safety gear is often required. (PPE is provided by firm.)
• While performing field work associated with this position employee will be required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl and carry and/or climb ladders of varying heights. The employee may lift and/or move items over 50 pounds.
