Fire Protection - Engineer

Wiley Wilson Inc; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and employee-owned architecture and engineering firm as a Fire Protection Engineer in Raleigh, NC. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead the design and analysis of fire protection systems for a variety of clients, including federal and municipal projects. Collaborate with senior engineers, mentor junior staff, and contribute to innovative solutions that prioritize safety and compliance. With a focus on professional development and a strong commitment to work-life balance, this firm provides a supportive environment where your contributions are valued. If you're passionate about fire protection engineering and looking for a place to grow your career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401k with 6% matching

24 days of paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

80 hours of parental leave

Work-from-home flexibility

Health insurance options

Paid holidays

Accommodations for disabilities

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in fire protection engineering.
• Registered professional engineer (P.E.) with NCEES exam passed.

Responsibilities

• Design fire alarm and suppression systems using building codes.
• Prepare project narratives, reports, and technical specifications.

Skills

Fire Protection Engineering

Building Codes Knowledge

Technical Communication

Design of Fire Alarm Systems

Design of Fire Suppression Systems

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Software

Revit

Hydraulic Calculation Software

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:

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

Requirements:

• Intrinsically motivated and collaborative, able to work independently and employ effective communication as a member of the 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.
• Eligible 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 generous benefits package includes multiple group health insurance options, a 401k with up to 6% matching contribution, 24 days of paid time off (PTO), five paid holidays per year, tuition reimbursement, and many other perks. We prioritize work-life balance with benefits such as 80 hours of parental leave for the birth of a child or newly adopted child, 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 the success of the firm through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Our focus on professional development, diverse project portfolio, and collaborative environment make Wiley|Wilson an exciting place to work.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to Wiley|Wilson's culture. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

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

Other:

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