Fire Protection Designer

HDR, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Charlotte, NC seeks a Fire Protection Designer to develop fire alarm system designs in BIM from engineer/architect data and create contract documents from BIM models.

The role requires knowledge of NFPA standards, multi-discipline design experience, and strong leadership and communication skills to coordinate with engineers, architects and clients. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a closely related field or a High School diploma with a combination of education and relevant experience
• Entry Level NFPA, ICC Certifications or other specialized credentials related to Fire & Life Safety
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
• Specialty software experience needed for designs in area of expertise

Responsibilities

• Be capable of creating fire alarm system designs in a BIM model from design information and data provided by the Engineer/Architect
• Generate contract documents from the BIM Model and perform other BIM Uses
• Experience in design analysis software and integration with Revit is a plus
• Must be familiar with NFPA and industry standards design criteria for fire protection systems
• Work with engineers and architects with minimal oversight
• Exhibit excellent leadership and communication skills for coordination with consultants and project team members
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication
• Familiarity with codes, Fire & Life Safety design criteria, materials, BIM integration, editing specifications, shop drawings, CPRs and RFIs

Skills

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Leadership

FLS knowledge

Education

Associate degree in related field or high school diploma with experience

Tools

Revit

Job description

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it's about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

In the role of a Fire Protection Designer, we'll count on you to:

• Be capable of creating fire alarm system designs in a BIM model from design information and data provided by the Engineer/Architect. This may include sketches, details diagrams and/or calculations.
• They must be able to generate contract documents from the Model and perform other BIM Uses identified in the BIM Planning documents.
• Experience in design analysis software and integration of the analysis models/data with Revit is a plus.
• Must be familiar with NFPA and industry standards design criteria related to fire protection systems.
• This individual must have solid multi-discipline facility design experience, understanding how a project develops from concept through construction and how the different discipline designs interact throughout the life cycle of the project.
• This individual will be expected to work with both engineers and architects, with minimal oversight.
• This person must have excellent leadership and communication skills due to the amount of coordination necessary between multiple consultants, disciplines and project team members.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must.
• Familiarity with applicable codes, Fire and Life Safety (FLS) design criteria, materials, software integration with the BIM model(s), editing specifications, reviewing shop drawings, CPR's and RFI's is a plus.

They will be expected to work with clients, both internal and external. Some travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years Fire & Life Safety design experience in systems design or regulatory enforcement
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering consulting firm or former role specific to Fire & Life Safety

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in a closely related field or a High School diploma with a combination of education and relevant experience
• Entry Level NFPA, ICC Certifications or other specialized credentials related to the field of Fire & Life Safety
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
• Specialty software experience need to perform designs specific to area of expertise.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location : United States-North Carolina-Charlotte