Fire Protection Engineer

IMEG; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Innovation accelerator (IDEA Program)

License exam prep support

Dress for Your Day

Generous PTO

Health, dental, vision coverage

AI platform (MEG)

Job summary

IMEG is hiring a Fire Protection Project Engineer in Urbandale, IA to lead design efforts for fire alarm, fire suppression, and smoke control systems. You will work as a project manager or lead engineer on lower-to-moderate complexity projects, mentoring staff and coordinating with cross-functional teams.

You’ll collaborate with senior staff on larger projects, manage budgets and scheduling, and ensure safety and quality across the design process.

Qualifications

• BS degree in fire protection or related engineering field.
• PE license in Fire Protection Engineering is required.
• Minimum two years (four preferred) in building design/consulting.

Responsibilities

• Lead design for fire alarm, fire suppression, and smoke control systems.
• Engage clients to understand needs and build relationships.
• Support project execution, planning, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Document design decisions and monitor progress and fees.
• Analyze problems and develop practical solutions with senior staff.
• Conduct in-process design reviews and ensure quality control.
• Stay current with industry trends and new technologies.
• Prioritize safety and mitigate risk in fire protection systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Oversee projects through bidding and construction administration.

Skills

Design techniques

Fire protection theory

Thermodynamics

Fire dynamics

Heat transfer

Fluid mechanics

Mentoring

Engineering software

Fire dynamics software

BIM software

MS Office

Team collaboration

Travel up to 10%

Education

BS in Fire Protection Eng

PE License in Fire Protection

2–4 years building design consulting

Tools

Fire dynamics simulation

Hydraulic simulation

Intelligibility software

BIM software

Job description

Fire Protection Project Engineer | Urbandale, IA

100% Employee-Owned · Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

IMEG is hiring a Fire Protection Project Engineer in Urbandale, IA, to lead design efforts as a project manager or lead engineer for low to moderate complexity projects. This role collaborates with senior staff to deliver larger and high complexity projects and provides engineering solutions and advice to clients. You will work within project budgets, train and mentor, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. The role supports work across Executive Leadership and Strategic Growth Services.

At a Glance

Location: Urbandale, IA
Discipline: Fire Protection
Markets: Executive Leadership; Strategic Growth Services
Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)
Travel: Up to 10%
Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid
Sponsorship: Not available

What You’ll Do

• Lead design efforts for fire alarm, fire suppression, and smoke control systems, using engineering software and tools to develop designs, specifications, and calculations according to code requirements and IMEG standards.
• Engage clients to understand needs, gather project requirements, communicate technical information, and build professional relationships.
• Support consulting-project execution and lead project planning, budgeting, and scheduling activities to meet deadlines and objectives.
• Document client design decisions and instructions, and monitor design progress, percent complete, and fee expended.
• Analyze engineering problems and collaborate with senior engineers and consultants to develop practical, efficient solutions.
• Conduct in-process design reviews and implement quality-control processes for fire alarm, fire suppression, and smoke control system designs, calculations, and specifications.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and fire protection engineering best practices, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts.
• Prioritize safety and identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with fire protection systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals.
• Identify potential project problems and seek advice from the Project Manager.
• Oversee projects through bidding and construction administration.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, or equivalent required
• Professional Engineer (PE) License in Fire Protection Engineering required
• 2 years of experience minimum required, 4 preferred, in the building design consulting industry

Required Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Strong technical and analytical skills including knowledge in principles of thermodynamics, fire dynamics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics as it relates to fire protection systems design in fire alarm, fire suppression, and smoke control systems for buildings
• Ability to train and mentor less experienced staff
• Proficiency of industry standard engineering software and tools including fire dynamics simulation, hydraulic simulation, and intelligibility software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
• Proficiency in the use of BIM software
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to travel up to 10% with occasional overnight stays

About the Team

• Fire protection-led specialty team
• Strong in public-safety, industrial, and federal facility applications
• Executive Leadership; Strategic Growth Services
• Recent work includes City of Boerne / Fire Station #2, Government / Municipal, and Walmart Gen 1.1 eCommerce FC, Industrial / Warehouse.

Why IMEG

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.

• Employee ownership (ESOP), fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing
• IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology
• PE, SE, and other license exam prep and support, with a clear path from EIT to PE
• Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)
• Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription
• MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations

IMEG , an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities? Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.

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