Fire Protection Engineer

Stantec; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 94,600 - 137,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision plans

Wellness program

Group registered retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a skilled Fire Protection Engineer to join their national fire protection engineering team in Toronto, Ottawa, or Markham. This role involves planning, designing, and delivering complex fire protection systems for a variety of projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline and P.Eng. designation, along with a minimum of 7 years of fire protection engineering experience. The position offers a hybrid work environment and a comprehensive benefits package including health plans and retirement savings options.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in fire protection engineering.
• Experience delivering projects in institutional, commercial, industrial, or infrastructure environments preferred.
• Familiarity with provincial building codes and regulatory requirements across Canada is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and deliver complex fire protection systems for various projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams throughout project development and construction phases.
• Review project deliverables for accuracy and completeness under senior guidance.

Skills

Fire protection engineering principles

Mechanical systems

Building fire safety strategies

Hydraulic calculations

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Technical communication skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or related discipline

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada

Tools

HydraCAD

HydraCalc

AutoSprink

Job description

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and innovative sustainable approach help us create buildings that matter.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to join our national fire protection engineering team. In this role, you will plan, design, and deliver complex fire protection systems for institutional, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects, working closely with multidisciplinary teams across Canada.

This position may be based in Toronto, Ottawa or Markham offices and offers a hybrid work environment combining office collaboration, remote work, and site visits.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Solid knowledge of fire protection engineering principles, mechanical systems, and building fire safety strategies.
• Working knowledge of NFPA codes, the National Building Code of Canada (NBCC), and the National Fire Code of Canada (NFCC).
• Familiarity with provincial building codes and regulatory requirements across Canada is an asset.
• Experience performing sprinkler system hydraulic calculations using HydraCAD, HydraCalc, or AutoSprink.
• Good understanding of the relationship between engineering drawings, technical specifications, and project documentation.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams throughout project development and construction phases.
• Well-developed analytical, problem‑solving, and technical communication skills.
• Ability to review project deliverables for accuracy and completeness under senior guidance, while supporting adherence to project budgets and schedules.
• Experience using Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office; exposure to additional building performance tools is an asset.
• Ability to work effectively with project teams across multiple regions and time zones.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada and member in good standing with an engineering regulatory authority.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in fire protection engineering.
• Experience delivering projects in institutional, commercial, industrial, or infrastructure environments is preferred.

Work Environment

Typical office environment with computer work and periods of sedentary activity. Field work may require travel and exposure to inclement weather.

Compensation

• Lower Mainland – Colombie‑Britannique: $94,600.00 – $137,100.00 annually.

Pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Final compensation is based on education, qualifications, experience, and work location. Certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary

• Health, dental, vision plans; wellness program; health care spending account; wellness spending account; group registered retirement savings plan; employee stock purchase program; group tax‑free savings account; life and AD&D insurance; short‑term/long‑term disability plans; emergency travel benefits; tuition reimbursement; professional membership fee coverage; paid time off.

For temporary/casual employees: group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account.