Fire Protection Engineer Jobs

Fire protection engineers help protect people, property, and critical infrastructure by designing and evaluating systems that prevent, detect, and control fires. Explore vetted Fire Protection Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Fire Protection Engineers Do

Depending on the role and industry, fire protection engineers may assess hazards, develop fire safety strategies, design suppression and alarm systems, review building plans, and advise teams on applicable codes and standards. They often collaborate with architects, construction professionals, facility operators, and public agencies to support safe, compliant projects.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek expertise in fire protection engineering principles, building and life safety codes, hazard analysis, and fire detection or suppression systems. Strong communication, technical writing, project coordination, and problem-solving skills are also valuable. Requirements vary by employer and position; some roles may prefer relevant engineering credentials, industry certifications, or professional licensure.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Fire protection engineers work across sectors such as consulting, construction, manufacturing, commercial real estate, healthcare, energy, and government. Career paths can include fire safety design, code consulting, risk engineering, systems engineering, and technical leadership. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, locations, and compensation.

Find Fire Protection Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Search Fire Protection Engineer jobs to discover roles that align with your experience and career goals, and review each listing for details about salary, benefits, and requirements.

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$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and analysis of fire protection systems, ensuring compliance and safety across diverse projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing safety through innovative fire protection engineering. Lead design and analysis efforts while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion the design and analysis of fire protection systems, ensuring compliance and safety across diverse projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions and strate...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead our Fire Protection Department, driving innovative design and solutions while mentoring a team of engineers. Oversee projects, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with codes to deliver exceptio...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $125K *

Execute innovative fire protection designs and assessments across diverse sectors, ensuring compliance with NFPA standards and managing projects effectively. Collaborate in a hybrid work model to deli...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of fire protection engineering by leading project scopes for high-profile data centers and federal initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create cutting-edge solutio...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Champion fire protection engineering by designing and implementing life safety systems for diverse projects. Lead technical efforts, ensure compliance, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Drive your career forward by applying engineering expertise in fire protection. Collaborate on complex projects, mentor junior staff, and engage with clients to deliver innovative solutions that enhan...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $129K *

Explore an exciting early career opportunity in fire protection engineering, where you'll develop plans, conduct inspections, and collaborate with a diverse team to ensure safety and compliance in bui...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$62K - $141K *

Transform fire safety standards by leading compliance reviews and inspections for government facilities. Leverage your expertise to develop optimal fire protection solutions and ensure adherence to co...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$62K - $141K *

Unlock potential by serving as a fire protection expert, ensuring compliance with safety codes and standards. Conduct inspections, audits, and reviews to deliver optimal fire protection solutions for...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Shape fire protection engineering projects, ensuring safety and compliance through design, analysis, and collaboration across teams, while mentoring junior engineers for professional growth and projec...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $202K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex fire protection projects, ensuring safety compliance and innovative design solutions. Engage with clients and mentor staff while managing multiple projects and enha...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Optimize fire protection engineering tasks with minimal supervision, supporting project delivery from concept to construction. Contribute to design, documentation, and coordination while mentoring jun...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $140K *

Help us deliver innovative building code and fire safety consulting services across diverse projects. Manage client relationships, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance while contributing to our...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join us as a Fire Protection Engineer, where you'll lead fire safety programs, manage life safety systems, and ensure compliance with NFPA codes while advising senior management on complex safety issu...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career by managing complex fire protection projects, designing systems, and ensuring compliance with safety codes. Lead a team while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across di...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance fire protection engineering for semiconductor facilities. Leverage your expertise in building code consulting and fire protection strategies to deliver innovative soluti...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $115K *

Unlock potential by designing innovative fire protection systems for diverse projects. Collaborate with senior engineers to enhance your expertise while ensuring compliance with fire and building code...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate fire protection engineering by designing advanced suppression and alarm systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to produce detailed construction documents and ensure quality control while fost...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $125K *

The Fire Protection Engineer will be responsible for designing and managing fire protection systems for various building projects, ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards. This role requ...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fire protection engineering excellence. Lead projects, ensure compliance with codes, and collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions for residential...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $177K *

Lead fire protection engineering services across various sectors, ensuring project success through collaboration, technical guidance, and adherence to codes and standards. Elevate design quality while...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $177K *

Manage fire protection engineering services across diverse sectors. Lead project design and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance safety and performance through innovative solutions, ens...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Drive complex fire protection engineering projects, ensuring regulatory compliance and technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams for nuclear facilities and advanced reactors...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a fire protection engineer do?question toggle

    A fire protection engineer identifies fire and life-safety risks and helps reduce them through engineering analysis, safety planning, and the design or review of detection, alarm, and suppression systems.

  • What qualifications are needed for fire protection engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer. Many positions seek an engineering background and knowledge of fire safety systems, hazard analysis, and relevant codes. Some employers may prefer professional licensure, certifications, or specialized experience.

  • Where do fire protection engineers work?question toggle

    Fire protection engineers may work for engineering consultancies, construction firms, manufacturers, property owners, healthcare organizations, energy companies, or government agencies.

  • What skills are important for fire protection engineers?question toggle

    Useful skills include fire and life-safety engineering, code interpretation, risk assessment, technical writing, communication, and project coordination.

  • Can I find $100,000-plus fire protection engineer jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Search the current listings and review each posting for compensation and qualification details.