Fire Protection Engineer

Josh Pros LLC; Charlotte (NC); Vor Ort; USD 120.000 - 155.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Vacation: up to five weeks (experience

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

401(k) matching

HSA/FSA options

License bonuses

Educational reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Birthday Floating Holiday

Zusammenfassung

Josh Pros LLC in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Fire Protection Engineer to lead design for life-safety systems in healthcare facilities. You will prepare fire protection and mechanical construction drawings, act as Engineer of Record, and mentor junior engineers in a collaborative, in-office setting.

Qualified candidates have 8+ years as a PE, current FPE license, NCEES registration, and a ABET‑accredited engineering degree.

Qualifikationen

• Licensed PE with FPE license and NCEES registration.
• 8+ years of healthcare-specific project experience.
• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD MEP, Trace 3D, and MS Office.

Aufgaben

• Lead the design of fire protection and plumbing systems for healthcare facilities.
• Perform system calculations, Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA), and equipment selections.
• Develop detailed construction documents and project specifications.
• Ensure designs comply with NFPA 13, 20, 99, ASHRAE and IBC standards.
• Conduct field investigations, site visits, and inspections to verify implementation.
• Act as Engineer of Record and mentor junior staff.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and clients.

Kenntnisse

PE License

FPE License

Healthcare project experience

Leadership

Communication

NCEES registration

Mentorship

Revit

AutoCAD MEP

Trace 3D

MS Office

NFPA standards

Ausbildung

ABET-accredited Engineering degree

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD MEP

Trace 3D

MS Office Suite

Jobbeschreibung

Client: A client in the healthcare architecture and engineering industry Location: Charlotte, NC Work mode: On-site Job Overview Title: Fire Protection Engineer Department: Mechanical / Fire Protection Engineering Role Type: Full-time (In-office with flexibility) Location: Charlotte, NC About the Client: A client in the healthcare architecture and engineering industry was created in 1999 to serve clients' practical needs. What began as an electrical design firm has evolved into a powerhouse for healthcare architecture and engineering. We promote innovation, growth, and project ownership, encouraging architects and engineers to effortlessly collaborate on design goals. We currently provide innovative healthcare initiatives across 44 states. About the Position: We are seeking a highly motivated Fire Protection Engineer to join our Charlotte team. This critical role involves the research, development, and production of comprehensive fire protection and mechanical construction drawings. As the Engineer of Record, you will apply expertise in complex industry concepts to design life-safety systems for high-stakes healthcare environments, ensuring all projects are technically sound and code-compliant. Key Responsibilities Systems Design: Lead the design of fire protection and plumbing systems, including automatic sprinkler layouts, fire pump sizing, medical gas systems, and domestic water heating. Technical Analysis: Perform critical system calculations, Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA), and precise equipment selections. Documentation: Develop detailed construction documents and job-specific specifications tailored to the unique requirements of healthcare facilities. Code Compliance: Ensure all designs maintain strict adherence to NFPA standards (including NFPA 13, 20, and 99), ASHRAE, and the International Building Code (IBC). Field Engineering: Conduct field investigations, site visits, and construction inspections to verify design implementation and project progress. Leadership: Serve as the Engineer of Record on complex projects and provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff. Coordination: Work seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams and clients to integrate fire protection systems into the overall building design.

Requirements

• Required Qualifications
• Experience: 8+ years as a licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• with a mandatory background in healthcare-specific projects.
• Licensure: Current PE License and Fire Protection Engineering (FPE) License are both required.
• Registration: NCEES Registration is required.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Technical Skills: High proficiency in Revit
• AutoCAD MEP
• Trace 3D
• and MS Office Suite.
• Logistics: U.S. Citizenship is required (Federal Contractor status); ability to travel up to 20% depending on project needs.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Certifications: Certified Plumbing Designer (CPD) credential.
• Sustainability: LEED
• Green Globes
• or other sustainability-related credentials.
• Benefits & Perks
• Vacation: Up to five weeks of vacation (depending on experience).
• Insurance: Medical
• dental
• and vision with company assistance; free short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Financial: Company-matched 401(k)
• HSA/FSA options
• and professional license bonuses.
• Wellness: 8 paid holidays
• a "Birthday Floating Holiday"
• " and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Education: Continued educational reimbursement with manager pre-approval.