Field Solutions Engineer: Water Systems & Permitting

Frontline Wildfire Defense; California; Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Flexible time off + 14 paid holidays

Company-provided equipment

Mileage reimbursement for field travel

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Frontline Wildfire Defense in California seeks a Solutions Engineer to support Sales, Installation Operations, and Design by providing technical expertise on permitting and water system feasibility throughout the deal lifecycle.

You will work with the Senior Solutions Engineer, validate water availability and pressure, navigate permitting processes, and serve as the technical voice on buildability from contractors to regulators.

Qualifications

• 4-7+ years of hydraulic or mechanical/civil engineering experience in water systems or fire protection.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with permitting processes and CA codes.
• Knowledge of water distribution systems and hydraulics.
• Hybrid role with frequent field visits (2-4 days per week).

Responsibilities

• Own the technical evaluation process enabling Sales, Design, and Installation Ops to close deals.
• Collaborate with Senior Solutions Engineer on complex projects; lead standard and mid-complexity evaluations.
• Provide design guidance on system layout to ensure feasible field implementation.
• Evaluate project feasibility focusing on water supply, pressure, and permitting requirements.
• Serve as a technical resource for projects requiring advanced engineering input or regulatory navigation.
• Translate customer needs into compliant, buildable wildfire sprinkler solutions.
• Provide guidance and training to Sales and Project Management on systems design.

Skills

Hydraulic engineering

Client communication

Regulatory navigation

Project management

Field site experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Job description

Frontline Wildfire Defense in California seeks a Solutions Engineer to support Sales, Installation Operations, and Design by providing technical expertise on permitting and water system feasibility throughout the deal lifecycle.

You will work with the Senior Solutions Engineer, validate water availability and pressure, navigate permitting processes, and serve as the technical voice on buildability from contractors to regulators.