Fire Protection Engineer

City of Spokane; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a responsible supervisor for plan examination work, ensuring compliance with building and fire codes. This role involves reviewing plans, providing guidance to associates, and consulting with architects and engineers. You will also inspect developments, evaluate fire protection systems, and recommend regulatory modifications. If you have a passion for safeguarding life and property, and hold a Professional Engineer license, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the community while working in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer required, preferably in Fire Protection.
• Experience in plan review and fire protection systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve plans for compliance with building and fire codes.
• Provide guidance on fire protection and life safety systems.

Skills

Plan Review

Fire Protection

Engineering Analysis

Collaboration

Public Sector Projects

Fire Code Application

Education

Licensed Professional Engineer – Fire Protection Engineer

Job description

Performs responsible supervisory work and or specialized professional plan examination work in connection with reviewing plans and specifications of proposed buildings and structures and site development for conformance with City Building and Fire Codes and accepted engineering practices.

• Reviews and approves plans and specifications of proposed buildings, structures, and site developments. Performs engineering calculations and evaluates layout and design proposals to assure compliance with policies, standards, procedures, and codes. Authorizes the issuance of Fire Department permits.
• Provides instruction, advice, and guidance to subordinates and associates on the proper methods of reviewing designs for buildings, fire protection and life safety systems. Assists in developing plan checking and inspection policy. Assists the inspection staff regarding more technical code interpretations and problems.
• Consults with, and provides counsel and advice to, architects, engineers, developers, property owners, and contractors regarding interpretation and conformity with codes and regulations. Evaluates performance based engineering proposals for fire and building code equivalencies and makes determinations as to effectiveness of achieving anticipated results.
• Inspects proposed developments and existing buildings. Submits reports and recommendations on building conditions and interpretation of code requirements necessary for construction projects.
• Advises and assists private and public organizations in safeguarding life and property against fire, explosion, and related hazards. Studies industrial, mercantile, and public buildings, and other property before construction, considering such factors as fire resistance of construction, occupancies and storage array of contents in buildings, water supplies and delivery, and egress requirements.
• Reviews materials or equipment, such as building components protection, fire-detection equipment, fire alarm systems, and fire extinguishing devices and systems, and advises on location, handling, installation, and maintenance. Reviews materials, equipment, or methods for alleviation of conditions conducive to fire.
• Evaluates laws, ordinances, and regulations affecting fire prevention, fire protection systems, life safety systems, fire or life safety, and recommends modifications to or creation of new regulations.
• Performs related work as required.

Open Entry Requirements:

• Licenses & Certifications:
  • Licensed Professional Engineer – Fire Protection Engineer. If current licensure is from another state, Washington State license must be obtained during the probationary period.
  • All applicants must possess a valid driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit a City of Spokane employment application online by 4:00 p.m. on the filing cut-off date.

The examination will consist of a Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E), with scoring weight assigned as follows:

• T&E 100%

This is an online examination and will require a computer. If you do not have access to a computer, please notify Civil Service so that one may be provided.

Test Subjects May Include:

• Training: Licenses and Certifications
• Experience: Plan Review, Public Sector Projects, Fire Protection, Fire Code Application, Collaboration, Alternate Methods and Materials, Engineering Analysis

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status, genetic information, veteran/military status or disability status.