Fire Protection Engineer

Cleantech Industry Resources (CIR); Chennai District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance for the employee and

family

Spot Recognition bonus for exceptional

performance

Long Term Incentive policy

Regular team outings, events, and

activities to foster a positive work

environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Cleantech Industry Resources seeks an experienced Fire Protection Engineer to lead fire protection and life safety design for US utility-scale energy projects, including BESS, Solar PV, natural gas generation facilities, substations, inverter stations, and auxiliary buildings.

The role involves planning active and passive fire protection systems, performing hydraulic calculations, analysing fire dynamics and battery thermal runaway risks, and preparing Fire Protection Reports, Fire Hazard

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related science field (required).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of direct experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), renewable energy, utility, or industrial facilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan active and passive fire protection systems for utility-scale projects.
• Develop fire protection and life safety designs for BESS, substations, inverter stations, and auxiliary buildings.
• Perform hydraulic calculations for fire protection systems.
• Review battery enclosure layouts for fire separation distances and access requirements.
• Model fire dynamics and assess thermal runaway risks.
• Prepare Fire Protection Reports, Fire Hazard Analyses, and Fire Risk Assessments.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and review vendor documentation.
• Ensure code-compliant, permittable deliverables across the project lifecycle.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multidisciplinary coordination

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related science field (required).

Tools

Fire protection hydraulic calculation software

Fire dynamics modelling tools

Job description

Cleantech Industry Resources accelerates solar, wind, green hydrogen, battery storage, and EV infrastructure projects across the United States, India, and EMEA markets. The company provides turnkey "Development as a Service," powered by 100% internal systems engineering and a world-class team that comes out of some of the most reputed organizations in the renewables industry. This team operates within a sophisticated software and AI environment to support projects from land origination, through to commercial operation.

• Opportunity to join a top-notch, collaborative team of professionals
• Fantastic team environment and collaborative culture
• Professional development opportunities to grow into an industry leader
• Medical Insurance for the employee and family
• Spot Recognition bonus for exceptional performance
• Long Term Incentive policy
• Regular team outings, events, and activities to foster a positive work environment

At CIR, we are dedicated to nurturing a diverse and equitable workforce that truly reflects our community. We deeply value each person’s unique perspective, skills, and experiences. CIR embraces all individuals, regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or nationality. We are steadfast in our commitment to fostering a just and inclusive world through intentional policies and actions. Your individuality enriches our collective strength, and we strive to ensure everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered.

We are seeking an experienced Fire Protection Engineer to lead fire protection and life safety design for US utility-scale energy projects, including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Solar PV, natural gas generation facilities, substations, inverter stations, and auxiliary buildings. The role involves planning active and passive fire protection systems, performing hydraulic calculations, analysing fire dynamics and battery thermal runaway risks, and preparing Fire Protection Reports, Fire Hazard Analyses, and Fire Risk Assessments in compliance with NFPA, IFC, IBC, UL, FM Global, and AHJ requirements.

The position requires strong technical ownership — coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams, reviewing BESS vendor documentation, preparing permit packages, and leading resolution of comments from utilities, municipalities, fire authorities, and code officials. The engineer will ensure high-quality, code-compliant, and permittable fire protection deliverables across the project lifecycle.

• Plan active and passive fire suppression systems, smoke control measures, and fire detection and alarm systems.
• Develop fire protection and life safety designs for utility-scale BESS facilities, substations, inverter stations, and auxiliary buildings.
• Perform hydraulic calculations for fire protection systems.
• Review battery enclosure layouts for fire separation distances and emergency access requirements.
• Analyse fire dynamics, model fire behaviour, and inspect industrial or commercial sites for latent hazards.
• Prepare Fire Protection Reports (FPR), Fire Hazard Analyses (FHA), and Fire Risk Assessments (FRA).
• Evaluate battery technologies and associated thermal runaway risks.
• Develop thermal runaway mitigation strategies for lithium-ion battery systems.
• Review architectural and building drawings to ensure adherence to safety regulations and building codes.
• Apply NFPA standards as they relate to Solar PV, BESS, and natural gas generation facilities.
• Support compliance with NFPA 855, NFPA 68, NFPA 69, NFPA 72, NFPA 13, NFPA 25, International Fire Code (IFC), International Building Code (IBC), UL 9540, UL 9540A, FM Global requirements, and local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements.
• Prepare permit application packages and technical responses.
• Attend design review meetings with utilities, municipalities, and fire authorities.
• Review comments from code officials and lead resolution efforts.
• Coordinate with electrical, civil, mechanical, structural, SCADA, and substation engineering teams.
• Review BESS vendor documentation, including battery container fire protection designs, UL 9540A test reports, emergency response plans, and hazard mitigation reports.
• Support Owner’s Engineer and Independent Engineer reviews.
• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related science field (required).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred).
• Fire protection hydraulic calculation software and related engineering tools
• Fire dynamics and fire behaviour modelling tools
• Strong knowledge of U.S. fire codes and standards, including NFPA 855, 68, 69, 72, 13, and 25
• International Fire Code (IFC) and International Building Code (IBC)
• UL 9540, UL 9540A, and FM Global requirements
• Understanding of fire protection requirements for utility-scale BESS, Solar PV, natural gas generation facilities, and substations.
• Knowledge of lithium-ion battery technologies, thermal runaway behaviour, and mitigation methods.
• Minimum 5 years of direct experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), renewable energy, utility, or industrial facilities.
• Experience preparing Fire Hazard Analyses and permitting documentation.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary engineering teams on utility-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ideas and run with them from concept to conclusion.
• Technical understanding of clean energy business processes
• Exceptional verbal and writing communication skills with superiors, peers, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
• Excellence in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The physical demands of this job require an individual to be able to work at a computer for most of the day, be able to participate in conference calls and travel to team retreats on a time-to-time basis. The position may also require physical tasks during site visits, including crouching, grasping, and standing/walking for extended periods of time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment is usually quiet (normal city traffic noises are common), a blend of artificial and natural light, temperate and generally supports a collaborative work environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At Cleantech Industry Resources, we embrace diversity and uphold a strong dedication to establishing an all-encompassing atmosphere for both our staff and associates. Our choices in employment are free from any bias related to race, creed, nationality, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, physical limitations, veteran status, or any other legally safeguarded attributes.

Being an integral part of Cleantech Industry Resources means you can expect to be immersed in a realm of professional possibilities within a culture that nurtures teamwork, adaptability, and the embracing of all.