Fire Protection Engineer

Michael Baker Intl.; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Fire Protection Engineer, where you'll lead innovative projects from design to implementation. This role offers the chance to work on diverse systems such as fire sprinklers and alarms, ensuring safety and compliance in various facilities. With a commitment to excellence and a culture of collaboration, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of engineering. If you're passionate about fire protection and eager to contribute to meaningful projects, this position is perfect for you. Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits while working in a dynamic environment that values your expertise.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability

Professional and personal development

Generous paid time off

Commuter and wellness benefits

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in fire protection system design.
• P.E. License required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Design fire protection systems, including sprinklers and alarms.
• Analyze life safety requirements and ensure code compliance.

Skills

Fire Protection Engineering

Hydraulic Calculations

Building Code Compliance

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Protection Engineering

Related Engineering Field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Supported by more than 4,000 employees in nearly 100 locations across the United States, we provide a full continuum of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management. Our clients include U.S. federal, state and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker is committed to delivering a standard of excellence that fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration and technological advancement to help solve our clients' complex challenges.

SUSTAINABLE & RESILIENT SOLUTIONS (SRS) PRACTICE

Michael Baker International seamlessly integrates all our service offerings – architecture, planning, landscape architecture, engineering and management – to solve client challenges from multiple vantage points, providing unsurpassed holistic, sustainable, and innovative solutions. From high-profile, high-image landmarks to low-cost, utilitarian solutions, our professionals know how to balance image and cost appropriately for each unique situation. At Michael Baker International, we believe that the beauty of a project resides both in performance and aesthetics – “success” to us is measured by functionality, value, and exceeding clients’ expectations to “Make a Difference.”

DESCRIPTION
Michael Baker International is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to join our team at our team. The Fire Protection Engineer will be responsible for completing projects with little or no supervision. Projects include all aspects of fire protection engineering design from ‘cradle to grave’. This includes the responsibilities of proposal preparation, complete system design, site evaluations, and testing and commissioning of systems. Typical projects and types of systems include: fire sprinklers, fire pumps, high expansion foam, clean agent systems, fire alarm and mass notification systems. Typical buildings and facilities include: office buildings, storage and warehouses, aircraft hangars, and maintenance facilities.

• Complete fire protection system designs and be the designer of record for sprinkler, fire pump, fire alarm and mass notification systems
• Be responsible for project budgets and project work schedules
• Assist junior staff with project completion
• Perform hydraulic calculations for sprinkler and fire pump design
• Analyze life safety requirements for buildings, including building code compliance, occupant load calculations and egress analysis
• Perform on-site system evaluations and assist with final system testing
• Summarize submittals and contractor Requests for Information for review
• Coordinate designs with other engineering disciplines

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related engineering field
• 2+years of professional experience
• P.E. License
• Experience in Fire Protection system design including: fire sprinkler systems, fire pumps, clean agent systems, high expansion foam systems, fire alarm and mass notification systems
• Knowledge of and experience with building and design codes, specifically IBC, NFPA 101, NFPA 13 and NFPA 72
• AutoCAD and Revit experience are preferred
• Experience in computer generated hydraulic design

COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $75,000 to $118,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location

BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
• Professional and personal development
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits