Electrical Engineer, Fire Alarm

LRI Engineering - Fire Protection & Building Code; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Performance bonus

Comprehensive health insurance

Fitness allowance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

LRI Engineering - Fire Protection & Building Code in Toronto is seeking a Systems Engineer to provide engineering services in fire protection. This role involves managing projects, ensuring compliance with Building and Fire Codes, and collaborating with various stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a University degree in Electrical Engineering, a P. Eng. title, and at least 5 years of experience. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive health insurance, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Fire Alarm and Protection Systems engineering.
• Excellent knowledge of OBC, OFC, ULC and NFPA standards.
• Experience on medium to large scale projects including high-rise buildings.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering services backed by expertise in Fire and Building Codes.
• Manage projects including site reviews of fire protection systems.
• Resolve compliance matters with stakeholders and Authorities Having Jurisdiction.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Fire protection engineering

Communication skills

Education

University degree in Electrical Engineering

P. Eng. title

Job description

Established in 1986, LRI Engineering is a Canadian engineering firm specializing in fire protection engineering, building and fire code consulting, fire safety and emergency planning services. LRI Engineering is a company of CEP Forensic Inc. You are welcome to explore more at www.lrifire.com and www.cep-experts.ca.

Whether a project involves a small-scale interior renovation, retrofit of existing fire protection systems, or new complex commercial, high-rise residential and mix use, transit, or healthcare, arena, airports facilities, or matters involving compliance issues with Authorities Having Jurisdiction, our clients trust our expertise and professionalism. Come join our amazing team in downtown Toronto as a Systems Engineer. Depending on your experience and expertise, your application may be considered for Senior Engineer or Project Manager role.

Sounds like fun? Learn more about the role below:

POSITION OVERVIEW

Working with internal and external stakeholders, this position provides engineering services backed by expertise in relevant Fire and Building Codes.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Undertake design, design review, and managing projects including site reviews and assessing the fire protection systems in a building and apply Canadian provincial and national Building and Fire Codes, CAN/ULC, NFPA standards, and best practice guidelines related to Fire Protection Systems.
• Project manage system installations in close coordination with contractors and other cross-functional teams. Attend construction and pre-construction site meetings.
• Apply and provide interpretations of the Ontario Building Code, Ontario Fire Code, and ULC/NFPA standards to internal and external clients.
• Take leadership in resolving compliance matters and attending meetings with stakeholders and with Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
• Provide fire alarm design drawings, and specifications. Develop Alternative Solutions and prepare project reports with cost estimates.
• Assess performance of existing fire alarm selecting proper and cost-effective solutions for replacement using applicable Codes and standards.
• Support internal and external clients by advising on application of Codes and standards.
• Conduct site visits to gather data on existing conditions and review construction, review shop drawings, attend tests, and commissioning of the systems.
• Assist Finance team with project billing.
• Represent LRI on various technical committees, both provincial and national as may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree in Electrical Engineering. P. Eng. title is a must.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Fire Alarm and Protection Systems engineering and project management with expertise in fire alarm systems. Candidates with more experience will be considered for senior level positions.
• Experience working on medium to large scale projects including high-rise mix use, commercial, industrial, infrastructure, multiple towers, and healthcare buildings.
• Excellent knowledge of OBC, OFC, ULC and NFPA standards.
• Experience with site project management, payment certification, preparation of site review notes, contract change notice/orders, site instructions, and CCDC contract documents.
• Excellent communication, report writing, presentation, stakeholder management, analytical, planning, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work well independently and to interact with other industry professionals, associated trades, and industry authorities.
• Versatile and able to manage varying workloads and competing priorities.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with project team members and clients.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive compensation package including relocation, if applicable
• Participation in performance bonus scheme.
• A comprehensive health insurance plan including physical and mental well-being, dental & vision care, Family & Employee Assistance Plan and Virtual Healthcare.
• Fitness and home office equipment allowance.
• Opportunities for professional growth.
• Generous paid time off on top of annual vacation.
• A fun and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity to work with some seriously awesome people.

So, if you are proud of your engineering expertise in Fire Protection Systems design and project management and you love what you read, let us get to know you...and you may be our next top-notch expert.