Fire Protection Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and employee-owned firm as a Fire Protection Engineer in Raleigh, NC. This role offers the chance to lead projects for diverse clients while collaborating with a talented team. You'll design fire protection systems, ensure compliance with building codes, and mentor junior engineers. With a focus on professional growth and work-life balance, this innovative firm provides competitive benefits, including health insurance, a 401k plan, and a flexible work schedule. If you're passionate about fire protection engineering and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Health Insurance Options

401k with 6% Matching

24 Days of PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Hybrid Work Schedule

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in fire protection engineering.
• P.E. registration and NCEES exam completion required.

Responsibilities

• Design fire alarm and suppression systems while adhering to codes.
• Produce project deliverables including reports and calculations.

Skills

Fire Protection Engineering

Building Codes Knowledge

Team Collaboration

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Revit

Microsoft Software

Hydraulic Calculation Software

Job description

Job Description

Wiley|Wilson, a 100% employee-owned architecture and engineering firm, is seeking an experienced Fire Protection Engineer to join our team in Raleigh, NC. We are looking for a highly motivated individual to play a pivotal role in expanding our fire protection team.

Position Overview

As a Fire Protection Engineer, you will provide technical leadership in the design and analysis of active and passive fire protection systems and strategies. You will be involved in projects serving federal, municipal, university, and industrial clients. In this role, you will work alongside a senior engineer in preparing project narratives, reports, technical specifications, and complete drawing packages. You will be a member of interdisciplinary design teams and be involved in mentoring junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

1. Apply project experience in the design of fire alarm systems, fire suppression systems, and passive fire protection elements, while using knowledge of building codes, standards, and client-specific requirements.
2. Produce building and life safety code analyses, coordinate passive and active systems with other disciplines, and perform fire suppression system calculations.
3. Create design deliverables, including reports, calculations, specifications, and drawings using Microsoft software, Revit, and hydraulic calculation software.
4. Work with senior engineers to determine design direction, participate in design reviews, and ensure high standards of quality, innovation, and performance.
5. Travel to project locations for site and system information gathering to ensure designs meet real-world conditions and client requirements.
6. Review fire alarm and fire suppression system shop/installation drawings and participate in construction administration during system installation.

Requirements

• Intrinsic motivation and collaborative spirit, with the ability to work independently and communicate effectively as part of a team.
• Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in the fire protection engineering industry.
• A registered professional engineer (P.E.) who has passed the NCEES-administered fire protection engineering exam.
• Eligibility to work in the United States and obtain a security clearance.

Desired Experience

• Design of Federal Government facilities.
• Application of the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC).

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary along with employee ownership through our ESOP program and work-from-home flexibility, with details provided upon inquiry. Our benefits include multiple health insurance options, a 401k with up to 6% matching, 24 days of PTO, five paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and other perks. We prioritize work-life balance with benefits such as 80 hours of parental leave, a hybrid work schedule, and accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Why Wiley|Wilson?

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a unique opportunity to grow your career while sharing in our success through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Our focus on professional development, diverse projects, and a collaborative environment makes Wiley|Wilson an exciting place to work.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging all qualified applicants, including minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities, to apply.

Wiley|Wilson has offices in Alexandria, Lynchburg, and Richmond, VA; Raleigh, NC; and Atlanta, GA.

Other

• EOE/AAP, Covered Veteran, Drug-Free Workplace
• RDO577, Fire Protection Engineer

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