Senior Fire Protection Engineer
About the Position
Are you a seasoned pro in fire protection engineering, or looking to step into a senior role? We’re searching for a Senior Fire Protection Engineer who is passionate about keeping our buildings and their occupants safe by designing, implementing, and overseeing fire protection systems and measures. This role is the go-to expert for leading the charge in crafting and managing fire protection systems, as well as providing expert guidance on all aspects of fire protection engineering. If this sounds like the perfect fit for you, learn more below and apply today!
Position Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and evaluation of fire protection systems, including fire suppression, fire alarm, smoke control, and egress systems
- Ensure all fire protection systems and designs comply with local, state, national, and international codes and standards, such as NFPA, IBC, and relevant building and fire codes
- Conduct fire hazard and risk assessments to identify potential fire hazards, assess their impact, and recommend mitigation strategies
- Review architectural and engineering plans to ensure compliance with fire protection requirements and provide recommendations for modifications
- Oversee fire protection engineering projects, including budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, and coordination with project stakeholders
- Mentor junior engineers, designers, and technicians working on fire protection projects
- Analyze fire protection systems through inspections, testing, and maintenance to ensure effectiveness
- Stay current with the latest developments in fire protection engineering, technology, and equipment to make informed design and implementation decisions
- Prepare detailed engineering reports, drawings, specifications, and documentation related to fire protection systems
- Conduct training and workshops to educate stakeholders, including facility managers and occupants, on fire safety best practices and emergency response procedures
- Collaborate with suppliers, contractors, and third-party vendors to source fire protection equipment and oversee installation and maintenance activities
Here’s What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in fire protection engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in fire protection engineering or a related discipline preferred
- Extensive experience (typically 8+ years) in fire protection engineering, including design and project management
- In-depth knowledge of fire protection codes, standards, and regulations
- Proficiency in fire protection design software and tools
- Fire Protection Professional (FPE) certification is a plus
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Project management experience and leadership abilities
- Demonstrate and uphold Power Design’s core values, which include integrity, accountability, teamwork, innovation, and growth
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salaries offered
- Flexible and hybrid work options available to support work-life balance
- Cutting-edge headquarters with an on-campus café, fitness center, game room with golf simulator, electric scooters, lake with running path, and training facility
- Exciting, award-winning workplace culture focused on employee appreciation, recognition, and fun
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options offered
- Short and long-term disability plans
- 401k with company matching available
- Paid time off and company holidays provided
- Discounts to a variety of services, mental and physical wellness resources, free Care.com membership, and other perks given to all Power Design team members
- Tobacco-free campus
At Power Design, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Power Design believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is paramount to our success as a national company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool nationwide
About Us
Power Design is a National Design Build Contractor, focused on innovative construction across multiple trades: electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and systems technologies. Since 1989, we’ve disrupted the industry by putting next-generation ideas to powerful, practical use because we care. We design breakthrough solutions that push the limits of what’s possible by harnessing the collaborative power of our teams to elevate experiences and empower the communities where we live and work. In an industry that tends to look back, we’re building better by staying grounded in our values, dedicated to our unique culture, and supportive of work-life balance – making us built to last. By investing in our people and doing things differently, we’re designing what’s next.