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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$108K - $200K *

Champion the resolution of complex commercial casualty claims by delivering exceptional customer service, conducting thorough investigations, and collaborating with defense counsel to ensure fair outc...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading complex site design initiatives, ensuring timely deliverables, and fostering collaboration across teams to achieve high-quality engineering solutions t...

Lincoln, NERemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $213K *

Champion advancements in nuclear safety analysis by leading critical thermal hydraulic evaluations. Collaborate within a skilled team to ensure compliance, enhance methods, and drive innovative soluti...

Atlanta, GARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $295K *

Pioneer innovative application security strategies and vulnerability management programs, driving impactful change in a high-visibility role that balances broad influence with deep technical expertise...

Dallas, TXRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $295K *

Join a team that's redefining application security. In this pivotal role, you'll shape vulnerability management and mentor engineers, driving innovation and ensuring the safety of diverse cloud and Io...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $295K *

Lead the evolution of our application security programs, driving vulnerability management and automation across a multi-product environment while mentoring teams and influencing security strategies to...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $295K *

Transform the landscape of application security by leading vulnerability management and developing innovative solutions across cloud, IoT, and corporate systems, while mentoring teams and ensuring the...

Seattle, WARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of secure software development by integrating security practices into engineering workflows, building automation tools, and conducting penetration tests to identify vulnerabilities an...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $149K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing aerospace materials technology. In this role, you'll lead the definition and qualification of materials for engine hardware, collaborating with cross-function...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $207K *

Elevate customer success by leading technical onboarding and implementation efforts. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive adoption and ensure timely value delivery in a fast-paced AI security envir...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $207K *

Help us drive customer success by leading technical onboarding and implementation efforts, ensuring seamless post-sales support, and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance the customer journey in...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $228K *

Help us drive customer success by leading technical onboarding and implementation efforts. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless post-sales support and foster long-term partnerships in a f...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team defining and optimizing robust networking infrastructure, ensuring fast, reliable, and secure connectivity across diverse environments including public cloud and private compute cl...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $165K *

Innovate by leading the development of cutting-edge harness engineering solutions. Create controls that enhance the AI coding process, ensuring quality and efficiency in production through hands-on de...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join us to enhance the security posture of our production platform. As an Infrastructure Security Engineer, you'll drive remediation efforts, build security frameworks, and collaborate with teams to p...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform energy solutions by leading diverse projects, conducting analyses, and collaborating with clients. Utilize engineering expertise to drive efficiency and sustainability in various sectors, en...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $186K *

Champion business growth across European defense markets by developing strategies, engaging stakeholders, and managing sales cycles. Build long-term relationships to position solutions as the preferre...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $175K *

Grow expertise in Operational Technology security, leading critical engagements across industrial systems. Collaborate on advanced methodologies while mentoring others and contributing to pivotal rese...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $196K *

Drive innovation in software engineering by developing cutting-edge cyber tools. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance national defense capabilities while advancing your career in a fast-paced en...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

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

$131K - $180K *

Lead transformative software engineering initiatives, guiding teams to develop robust, full-stack systems that enhance digital safety research and foster collaboration across projects while mentoring...

Washington, DCRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $181K *

Empower your career by leading cultural resources compliance projects across diverse sectors. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, engage clients, and ensure adherence to regulations while mentor...

Salem, ORRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$152K - $287K *

Empower the future of security engineering by leading security initiatives for complex GPU systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security frameworks and ensure robust mitigation...

Santa Clara, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform structural solutions through innovative engineering design and analysis. Collaborate remotely with a skilled team to tackle challenging projects while ensuring high-quality standards and eff...

Ohio, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$266K - $399K *

Elevate your career by providing technical leadership and expertise in cloud, AI, and DevOps. Collaborate with sales teams to deliver innovative solutions, mentor peers, and drive customer success acr...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Lead strategic sales initiatives to enhance Wireless, EMC, and Product Safety revenue. Cultivate new and existing customer relationships while driving technical discussions and solutions across divers...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.