Associate - Fire Protection Engineering

Jensen Hughes; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 67,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Healthcare coverage

Broad range of other benefits

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm in Colorado Springs is seeking an early-career Associate to join its fire protection engineering team. This position is ideal for recent graduates or those with 0-3 years of experience looking to grow in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include performing engineering services, developing plans, and assisting in design problem resolution. The role offers a salary range of $67,000 to $101,000, competitive benefits, and opportunities for rapid career progression.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in fire protection engineering or a related field.
• Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills.
• Passion for advancing the science of safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform fire protection engineering services such as life safety code consulting.
• Develop plans, specifications, and inspection reports.
• Assist in resolving design problems through field investigations.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection, Mechanical, Civil or Architectural Engineering

Job description

Company Overview

Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering – a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk‑based fields – from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more. Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry‑leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient.

At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization. Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organization, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about. Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together.

Job Overview

Jensen Hughes is looking to grow the team and has an early‑career opportunity for an Associate to join our fire protection engineering team in our Colorado Springs office. This position is open to recent graduates or experienced early‑career engineers with a strong interest in or experience with fire protection engineering. Working with us offers an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team. You will be given early responsibility and the opportunity to progress rapidly. Jensen Hughes encourages all engineers to achieve professional licensed status and we offer help and support during the process.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional‑level fire protection engineering services such as life safety code consulting, sprinkler design, fire alarm design, performance‑based fire engineering design, under the direction of a P.E. or an experienced consultant.
• Develop plans, specifications, and inspection reports as needed on assigned tasks to ensure that these items are complete, accurate and in accordance with good professional service practice standards.
• Assist in the resolution of design problems that may include performing field investigations or inspections, detailed design work, and detailed checking of design computations done by others, or general coordination of specific design aspects into a project.
• Identify applicable codes and standards to reference in evaluating how to respond to inquiries.
• Conduct and document assigned work such as basic building code analyses, egress analyses, fire detection and alarm system reviews, smoke control system reviews, and basic sprinkler and water supply system reviews, including hydraulic calculations.
• Apply engineering calculations such as size required, means of egress, maximum allowable building area, sprinkler system water supplies and smoke control equipment.
• Submit progress reports to project managers and project leaders.
• Effectively communicate with project team members, clients and others.
• Be a responsible self‑starter with problem‑solving and reasoning skills.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) or higher in Fire Protection, Mechanical, Civil or Architectural Engineering or other related engineering field and 0–3 years’ experience.
• Demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills to write reports, business correspondence, presentations and procedure manuals, and to respond to questions from groups of managers, clients and the general public.
• Passion for advancing the science of safety and for exceeding our client expectations.

National Pay Range

$67,000—$101,000 USD

Jensen Hughes offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a retirement plan, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position and location.

Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.