Fire Protection Engineer

CM Mission Critical Engineering; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

CM Mission Critical Engineering in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to apply engineering principles to protect people, property, and operations from fire and smoke. You will design fire protection and fire alarm systems, ensure building code compliance, and develop evacuation plans.

Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree in fire protection or a related field, 1–3 years of design experience, and be proficient in Revit or AutoCAD and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in fire protection engineering or closely related field.
• 1–3 years of fire protection design experience.
• E.I.T. certification preferred but not required; PE licensure a plus.

Responsibilities

• Produces detailed construction drawings across disciplines.
• Coordinates with internal team members to support project success.
• Integrates into a technical team and delivers high-quality work.
• Designs compliant fire protection and fire alarm systems.
• Assists with submittal reviews, RFIs, and construction-phase documentation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Revit / AutoCAD

MS Office

Detail-oriented

Organized

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering

EIT certification preferred

PE licensure a plus

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Job description

Job Title: Fire Protection Engineer

Reports to: Principal

Job Summary

The Fire Protection Engineer is responsible for ensuring structural integrity & safety during fire events, utilizing science & engineering principles to protect people, property, & businesses from fire & smoke. This role involves analyzing fire risks to design specialized systems like sprinklers & alarms, ensuring building code compliance, & developing evacuation plans.

Duties/Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Produces highly detailed, coordinated construction drawings across all disciplines
• Coordinates with internal team members to support project success
• Integrates into a highly technical team & consistently delivers high‑quality work
• Designs compliant & effective fire protection systems & fire alarm systems
• Assists with submittal reviews, RFIs, & construction‑phase documentation
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit &/or AutoCAD
• Exceptional Microsoft Office skillset
• Strong attention to detail & accuracy
• Highly organized & able to manage multiple tasks & deadlines
• Proven success working with all levels of management
• Strong written & verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical & problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to function effectively in a fast‑paced & occasionally high‑pressure environment

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in fire protection engineering or a closely related engineering field is required
• 1–3 years of fire protection design experience
• E.I.T. certification preferred but not required
• PE certification or active pursuit of licensure is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk & working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Ability to travel and move throughout construction sites intermittently as required by project needs.

The responsibilities outlined in this job description are intended to describe the general nature & level of work performed by individuals assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, & skills required. Management reserves the right to amend & change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

CM Mission Critical Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. We make employment decisions solely based on business needs, job requirements, & individual qualifications without regard to race, gender, religion, ethnicity, age, or any other status protected by the law. At this time, we are not accepting applicants who require visa sponsorship, including H1-B.