Fire Protection Engineer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer in Austin, Texas. You will lead the design and analysis of fire safety systems across various projects, ensuring compliance with codes. The ideal candidate has a strong background in fire protection engineering, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work with diverse teams. A PE license is required, alongside 5+ years of experience. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Fire Protection Engineering required.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience required.
• Experience in healthcare or mission-critical markets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of fire protection systems for diverse projects.
• Analyze smoke management systems and fire hazards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for project execution.

Skills

Fire alarm system design

Fire suppression system design

Life safety system knowledge

Communication skills

Collaboration

Proficiency with Revit

Proficiency with AutoCAD

Building codes knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Your Opportunity

We are seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and coordination of fire and life safety systems across a wide range of project types. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders. This role involves both technical design and strategic consulting to support code compliance, performance-based solutions, and client objectives.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer fire alarm, fire detection, fire suppression, smoke control, and special hazard systems for new and existing facilities

• Develop and review life safety plans and fire protection engineering deliverables

• Provide life safety and building code consulting services

• Analyze smoke management systems, means of egress, and fire hazards

• Develop site fire protection features and fire department access plans

• Perform alternative means of compliance (AMOC) studies and Performance-Based Design (PBD) analyses

• Interface with local AHJs and building owner insurance representatives

• Collaborate closely with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and civil engineering teams

• Communicate with clients and prepare clear, concise technical reports and documentation

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, preferably in Fire Protection Engineering

• Strong working knowledge of fire alarm, fire suppression, and life safety system design

• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and fire protection–related computational tools

• Experience working with adopted building codes and government standards (DoD, VA, GSA)

• Thorough understanding of ICC and NFPA codes and standards

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams

• Willingness to travel up to 15% as project needs require

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant fire protection engineering experience

• Prior experience in healthcare, mission-critical, and/or semiconductor markets is preferred

Job Details

Primary Location: United States | TX | Houston

Organization: BC-4011 Buildings-US Acquisition PSP Houston BE

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 30/01/2026 04:01:45

Req ID: 1003964

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