Fire Protection Engineer

Treasureidaho; Boise, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay $75k-$120k

Annual bonuses

ESOP ownership

Healthcare premiums covered

Paid time off

Parental leave

Holidays and floating holidays

401(k) matching

Insurance coverage

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Morrison-Maierle in Boise, ID, is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to design and implement fire protection systems across airports, educational institutions, healthcare, and more. This exempt role offers relocation assistance and a path to growth within a 100% employee-owned firm.

You will collaborate with clients, interpret plans, perform hydraulic calculations, and use REVIT/AutoCAD to develop compliant protection solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• NICET Level III or IV certification required.
• Professional Engineering licensure (PE) preferred or ability to obtain after hire.
• 2+ years' US-based experience in fire protection system design.
• Proficiency with design software such as REVIT and AutoCAD.
• Working knowledge of plumbing and fire protection codes.
• Strong communication, verbal and written.
• Proven client growth mindset to pursue business opportunities and win new work.
• Valid driver's license and insurable driving record required for occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to understand project vision and requirements.
• Interpret architectural plans and select protection systems that fit the project scope.
• Use design software to build fire protection systems (suppression, sprinkler, smoke detection, alarms).
• Perform hydraulic calculations, fire detection, fire pump, and water-storage design, and code analysis.
• Conduct fire-resistant construction analysis and inspect existing sprinkler systems.
• Research fire protection and life-safety concepts to support design.
• Collaborate with Operations Manager to pursue new business opportunities and growth.

Skills

Strong communication

Client growth mindset

Driver's license

Fire protection design experience

REVIT

AutoCAD

Code knowledge

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

NICET Level III or IV

Professional Engineering licensure preferred

Tools

REVIT

AutoCAD

Job description

Position: Fire Protection Engineer

Job status: Exempt-salaried

Location: Boise, ID (Relocation assistance provided)

ENGINEERS | SURVEYORS | PLANNERS | SCIENTISTS

Morrison-Maierle is a 100% employee-owned firm specializing in integrated consulting and design services in engineering, planning, surveying, and science. As a trusted partner to our clients, we deliver reliable, high-quality results, grounded in a deep understanding of local context and regional needs.

TOTAL REWARDS

We know work is just one part of life. That's why we offer a total rewards package designed to support you-at work, at home, and everywhere in between. As an employee-owner, you'll receive competitive pay, bonuses that recognize your contributions, and benefits that promote your health, growth, and well-being. Whether it's your family, hobbies, or future goals, we've got you covered.

• $75,000-$120,000 base pay (Compensation for this role is based on experience, qualifications, and geographic location)
• Annual bonuses because your contributions matter
• Ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); 100% company-paid ownership contributions
• 90% company-paid shared health plan premiums
• Paid time off in year one for the things you love to do
• Paid parental leave and volunteer time off
• Six paid company holidays
• Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life
• 401(k) matching program
• AD&D Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance paid by the company
• Flexible work-life arrangements

Our longstanding and trusted engineering legacy has helped ensure safety, security, and growth for our employee-owners. Our people-first culture and collaborative team are what drive our success as a top 500 engineering firm and have earned us a spot on Zweig's list of "Best Places to Work." Join our Buildings Group as a Fire Protection Engineer and be part of a legacy that builds better futures.

THE ROLE

In this role, you will thrive with the variety of fire protection engineering project opportunities. The Fire Protection Engineer will design fire protection systems across a variety of project work such as airports, educational institution, municipal, healthcare, government, hospitality, and mining to name a few. These responsibilities include:

• Consults and collaborates with clients to grasp project vision.
• Interprets the architectural design plans and researches appropriate protection systems to fit the scope of the project.
• Utilize engineering design software to build fire protection systems such as suppression, sprinkler, smoke detection and alarm.
• Perform hydraulic calculations, fire detection, fire pump, water storage tank design and code analysis.
• Conducts fire-resistant construction analysis.
• Perform existing sprinkler system inspections.
• Researches fire protection and life safety concepts and equipment to support project design.
• Partners with the Operations Manager to identify and pursue new business opportunities, driving revenue growth and expanding market presence.

"As employee-owners, we don't just work here, we grow here. Together, we take on challenging projects, support one another, and create opportunities to thrive. Our culture empowers every team member to find success-professionally and financially-while building something greater than themselves." – Arian Bloomfield, President/CEO

YOUR STRENGTHS

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited engineering program
• NICET Level III or IV certification required
• Professional Engineering (PE) licensure preferred or ability to obtain after-hire
• 2+ years' of US-based experience in fire protection system design
• Proficiency in using design software such as REVIT and AutoCAD
• Working knowledge of plumbing and fire protection codes
• Strong communication, both verbal and written
• Proven client growth mindset to pursue business opportunities and win new work
• A valid driver's license and an insurable driving record is required for occasional travel

WHO WE ARE

At Morrison-Maierle, we're more than engineers, surveyors, planners, and scientists-we're community builders. Founded in 1945, we're a 100% employee-owned, Engineering News-Record Top 500 firm driven by a passion for innovative solutions that improve lives across the Rocky Mountain and Pacific Northwest regions. We are rooted in integrity, respect, excellence, and commitment. Joining our team means becoming part of a purpose-driven legacy committed to building a better future.

Morrison-Maierle is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.