Fire Protection Engineer

DeKalb Health; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned company

Collaborative team environment

Opportunities to work on impactful运输项目

Mentorship and professional growth

ENR Top 100 Engineering Firms

Job summary

Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. (GPI) seeks a Fire Protection Engineer to join our Scranton team.

You will design fire protection and life safety systems across commercial, institutional, and industrial projects, from concept through construction. As part of a multidisciplinary group, you will develop calculations, reports, and construction documents, review NFPA and code compliance, and coordinate with architects and clients to deliver safe, compliant solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in fire protection engineering or life safety design.
• Working knowledge of NFPA codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Design fire protection and life safety systems for diverse projects.
• Develop calculations, specifications, reports, and construction documents.
• Perform fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, and life safety analyses.
• Review projects for NFPA, IBC, IFC compliance and local codes.
• Coordinate with architects, owners and contractors through all project phases.
• Conduct site visits, field investigations, and system assessments.
• Support construction administration and respond to contractor questions.
• Assist with project management, scope, scheduling and client communication.

Skills

Fire protection design

Life safety analysis

NFPA knowledge

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Job description

• Location 52 Glenmaura National Blvd., Suite 302,Scranton, PA, 18505,United States


• Job Category Fire Protection Engineering

Design Safer Spaces. Build a Stronger Future.

GPI is seeking a talented and motivated Fire Protection Engineer to join our growing team in Scranton, Pennsylvania. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who is passionate about life safety, code compliance, and innovative design solutions that protect people, property, and communities.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will work on a variety of commercial, institutional, industrial, transportation, and public-sector projects, providing fire protection engineering expertise from concept through construction. At GPI, you'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact while advancing your career with an employee-owned engineering firm known for excellence, collaboration, and professional growth.

What You'll Do

• Design fire protection and life safety systems for a diverse range of projects.


• Develop engineering calculations, specifications, reports, and construction documents.


• Perform fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, and life safety system analyses and designs.


• Review projects for compliance with NFPA standards, International Building Code (IBC), International Fire Code (IFC), and applicable local regulations.


• Coordinate with architects, engineers, owners, and contractors throughout all phases of project development.


• Conduct site visits, field investigations, and system assessments.


• Assist with construction administration activities, including reviewing shop drawings, submittals, and responding to contractor questions.


• Support project management efforts, including scope development, scheduling, and client communication.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.


• Experience in fire protection engineering, life safety design, or a closely related field.


• Working knowledge of NFPA codes and standards.


• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure.


• Experience with hydraulic calculations and fire modeling software.


• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, or related design platforms.

Why GPI?

• Employee-owned company with a shared commitment to success
  


• Collaborative and supportive team environment
  


• Opportunities to work on impactful transportation projects
  


• Strong emphasis on professional development and mentorship
  


• Recognized as one of ENR's Top 100 Engineering Firms
  


• Diverse project portfolio across transportation, infrastructure, and development markets

Requirements

• Maintain a valid's driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration


• Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language


• Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members


• Able to stand for approximately 3 hours minimum a day up to 8 hours


• Able to traverse a construction job site consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material, with a variation of elevation 19" or less (mud, gravel, rutted ground, etc.)


• Able to climb and leave a ladder to a platform varying from 6' to 20'


• Able to wear GPI required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working

Summary

GPI offers excellent benefits, including a 401(k) plan, ESOP, medical/dental/vision plans, paid time off, and more. GPI is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. D/V

Work Authorization

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one that is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is typically not available for entry-level positions. GPI participates in E-Verify. Know your Right to Work.

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