The Senior Fire Protection Engineer leads the design and implementation of fire protection and life safety systems, including suppression, detection, and alarm technologies.
This role collaborates with architects, engineers, and clients to ensure compliance with fire codes and safety standards while identifying hazards and recommending mitigation strategies.
The engineer provides technical leadership on complex projects, supports proposal development, and mentors junior staff.
Responsibilities also include quality assurance, site inspections, and producing technical documentation using tools like Revit.
Requirements
Bachelor's or master's degree in Fire Protection Engineering from an accredited university, or equivalent engineering education and technical training.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in the evaluation and design of fire protection systems or related building and fire code consultation experience.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities to work both within a team and independently.
Advanced skills in Revit are strongly preferred
Familiarity with the International Fire Code, NFPA Standards, and United Facilities Criteria.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret job-related manuals and documents.
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Willing and able to travel to project sites and client meetings as needed.
Able to generate drawing packages with Revit.
Able to write design analyses, specifications, estimate project costs, and estimate construction schedule duration.
Able to travel by air and ground, able to climb ladders.
PE License preferred.
Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) preferred.
NICET Certification Level 3 or higher preferred.
Working experience with the latest releases of listed software:
Revit (skills need to be at an advanced level)
Navisworks
HydraCalc and HydraCAD
BIM 360
AutoCAD
Microsoft Office Suite
Bluebeam Revu
Benefits
Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry from oil and gas & New Energies.
Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs. Hybrid and or Remote work options are available with this position
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession