Fire & Life Safety Principal Engineer — Lead & Innovate

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Purchase (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Fire & Life Safety Principal Engineer to lead cross-disciplinary teams in delivering high-quality safety design for complex facilities. You will drive scope, schedule, and budget discussions while mentoring engineers and fostering client relationships.

This role emphasizes technical leadership, collaboration, and design excellence in a dynamic environment. Based in Purchase, NY, the position requires extensive experience, licensing, and a track record of delivering critical

Qualifications

• Minimum 20 years of engineering experience.
• Professional engineering license (PE or P.Eng) required.
• Extensive experience in project execution.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and standard design software.
• Able to lead and mentor engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop scope, schedule, and fee for projects.
• Lead and mentor BES engineering teams to deliver high-quality designs.
• Coordinate across cross-disciplinary teams to ensure integrated designs.
• Communicate with clients and internal leadership to address staffing and business needs.
• Represent HDR in professional and community engagements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Engineering design software

Job description

HDR is seeking a Fire & Life Safety Principal Engineer to lead cross-disciplinary teams in delivering high-quality safety design for complex facilities. You will drive scope, schedule, and budget discussions while mentoring engineers and fostering client relationships.

This role emphasizes technical leadership, collaboration, and design excellence in a dynamic environment. Based in Purchase, NY, the position requires extensive experience, licensing, and a track record of delivering critical