Job Details

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and Engineering: Develop, review, and optimize fire protection system designs, including fire sprinkler, alarm, and suppression systems, in accordance with national and local codes.
• Project Management: Oversee projects from inception through completion, including managing budgets, timelines, and team coordination.
• Code Compliance: Ensure all fire protection designs meet NFPA standards, local building codes, and company safety policies.
• Risk Assessment: Conduct fire risk assessments, hazard analyses, and safety evaluations for various building types and occupancy classifications.
• System Testing and Maintenance: Supervise the installation, testing, and maintenance of fire protection systems to guarantee ongoing compliance and operational readiness.
• Documentation: Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation, including technical reports, as-built drawings, and compliance certifications.
• Collaboration: Work closely with architects, construction teams, and other engineering disciplines to integrate fire protection systems into building designs.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Certification: NICET Level III or IV certification in Fire Protection Engineering Technology (Water-Based Systems Layout, Fire Alarm Systems, etc.) is required.
• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience in fire protection engineering, design, and/or consulting.
• Technical Skills: Highly proficient in AutoSPRINK, Proficiency in CAD software, hydraulic calculation software, and an understanding of NFPA standards.
• Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Fire Protection Engineering
• Familiarity with BIM (Building Information Modeling) software
• Experience in construction project management