Associate Fire Protection Engineer — Aviation & Federal

Burns & McDonnell (old); Morristown (NJ); Vor Ort; USD 85.000 - 125.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

ESOP

401(k)

Insurance and disability

Wellness programs

Zusammenfassung

Burns & McDonnell in Morristown, NJ seeks an entry-level Fire Protection Engineer to assist in multi-discipline design and the creation of comprehensive protection packages. You will work on fire suppression, alarm, and life-safety systems across diverse project types.

Minimum resume features include a Bachelor in Fire Protection Engineering with ABET preference. Internship experience and strong communication are valued as you gain field coordination and budgeting exposure.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related field from an accredited program.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work analytically in a quantitative environment.

Aufgaben

• Assist in design and coordination of fire protection systems (wet/dry/foam) and fire alarm systems.
• Support calculations including hydraulic analysis and power/voltage considerations.
• Assist in life-safety evaluations, occupancy classifications, and egress analyses.
• Support construction administration, shop drawing reviews, field inspections.
• Assist site evaluations and budgeting for projects.

Kenntnisse

Fire protection design

Hydraulic calculations

Codes & NFPA standards

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor Degree in Fire Protection Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Jobbeschreibung

Description

The Assistant Fire Protection Engineer will assist in the design of multi-discipline projects and the preparation of comprehensive fire protection packages including fire suppression, fire alarm, smoke management and life-safety systems. This position will work on various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

• Assist in the design, specification, and multi-discipline coordination of the following fire protection systems: Wet-pipe, dry-pipe, pre-action, deluge, and foam/water fire suppression systems. Fire water supply infrastructure including fire water storage tanks, fire pumps, underground and aboveground distribution piping and associated appurtenances. Outdoor fire suppression systems including monitors, spray systems, and exposure protection systems. Addressable and non-addressable voice evacuation fire alarm systems including initiation devices, supervision devices, and audible and visual notification appliances. Releasing systems for pre-action, foam/water, and clean agent systems.

• Assist in performing and evaluating fire protection calculations including the hydraulic analysis of fire water supply and demand, battery calculations, and voltage drop calculations.

• Assist in evaluating building and life safety requirements including building area and height limitations, building construction types, fire resistive assemblies and opening protections, occupancy classifications, hazards, building egress, and active and passive smoke management systems.

• Assist in the construction administration process including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, the review of contractor shop drawings and calculations, field inspections, and testing of fire protection systems.

• Assist in performing site evaluations and documenting existing fire protection systems.

• Assist in the preparation and evaluation of project budgets and cost estimates.

• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.

• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.

• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Fire Protection Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program required.

• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.

• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.

• Basic knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.

• Basic knowledge of building codes, fire codes, NFPA standards, FM Global datasheets, military standards, and refinery/industrial API guidelines a plus.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment, and demonstrated critical thinking skills.

• Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).

• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem solving skills.

• Demonstrated leadership skills.

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain access authorization to facilities and data of existing and potential clients, including, but not limited to DOE, aerospace, military, food and consumer product manufacturers, pharmaceutical, laboratories, and others necessary to perform work.

• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred

• NICET certification in Water-Based System Layout (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) preferred or;

• NICET certification in Fire Alarm Systems (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) preferred or;

• NICET certification in Special Hazard Systems (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) preferred.

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

Compensation

$85,000.00-125,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Fire Protection Engineer

Primary Location US-NJ-Morristown

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 264118

Job Hire Type New Grad #LI-EAC #A&F