Consultant - Fire and Life Safety Engineering

WSP in the U.S.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,200 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Retirement savings

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Houston is seeking a Consultant – Fire and Life Safety Engineering. This role involves designing advanced fire protection systems and guiding teams to comply with safety regulations. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Fire Protection Engineering, has a PE license, and 3–5 years of relevant experience. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in the fire protection and life safety industry.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Deep understanding of building and fire codes, standards, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop the design of state-of-the-art fire protection and life safety systems.
• Provide expert technical guidance and solutions to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with project managers to deliver high-quality solutions.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science Degree in Fire Protection Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Consultant – Fire and Life Safety Engineering

Location: Houston, TX

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Job Description

Who We Are
At WSP, we are driven by inspiring future‑ready pioneers to innovate. We’re looking to grow our teams with people who are ready to collaborate in building communities and expanding our skylines. We hire candidates of all experiences, skillsets, backgrounds and walks of life. We actively foster inclusion and diversity as part of our culture. Anything is within reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

This Opportunity

WSP is searching for a Full‑Time Consultant – Fire and Life Safety Engineering for our Houston, TX office. This dynamic and experienced FPE will play a crucial role within our group.

Responsibilities

• Technical Excellence
  • Develop the design of state‑of‑the‑art fire protection and life safety systems.
  • Provide expert technical guidance and solutions to ensure compliance with industry standards, building codes, and regulations.
  • Drive continuous improvement in design methodologies and technological advancements.
  • Maintain knowledge of building and fire codes, fire alarm and sprinkler design, and the industry standard of care.
• Building Code Consulting
  • Provide building‑code consulting, guiding clients and project teams to ensure compliance.
  • Stay current with evolving building codes and contribute to company‑wide strategies.
  • Experience with a wide range of complex projects and occupancy types.
• Project Excellence
  • Collaborate with project managers and cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality fire protection and life safety solutions.
  • Review and approve project designs, calculations, and documentation.
  • Maintain a deep understanding of best practices, codes, regulations, and emerging trends.
  • Ensure practice meets and exceeds the standard of care for all projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science Degree in Fire Protection Engineering.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• 3–5 years of experience in the fire protection and life safety industry.
• Deep understanding of building and fire codes, standards, and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to various schedules and ability to prioritize under pressure.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Revit and/or AutoCAD.
• Experience in fire protection engineering design applications.

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focusing on health and financial stability: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid parental leave, and paid bereavement, voting, or naturalization leave.

Compensation

Expected salary: $85,200 – $117,000 (all locations). Compensation may vary based on education, experience, skills, geographic location, and internal equity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or staffing agencies.