Fire Protection Engineer

Guidehouse; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in business consulting seeks a Fire Protection Engineer to support facilities design and construction projects. The role involves coordinating with teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing project design. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree, security clearance, and experience in building design.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Federal or DoD security clearance.
• At least four years of experience in commercial/government office building design and construction.
• Experience in both Fire Protection and Mechanical Engineering is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating with project managers and contractors.
• Inspecting facilities for fire protection and life safety deficiencies.
• Managing project design from programming to post-occupancy.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering

Job description

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Job Description

The Fire Protection Engineer will support facilities design, construction, and renovation projects by providing professional expertise. Responsibilities include:

1. Coordinating with project managers and contractors.
2. Assisting in developing reports and studies.
3. Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.
4. Understanding and implementing standards outlined in the Program of Requirements (POR).
5. Managing project design from programming to post-occupancy.
6. Reviewing proposal documents and design reviews for compliance with NFPA and IBC codes.
7. Inspecting facilities for fire protection and life safety deficiencies.
8. Acting as Subject Matter Expert in design and construction meetings.
9. Attending site surveys and testing fire and life safety systems.
10. Providing on-site measurements and verification.

Requirements

• Active and maintained Secret Federal or DoD security clearance with the ability to upgrade to Top Secret.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering.
• At least four years of experience in commercial/government office building design and construction.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Experience in both Fire Protection and Mechanical Engineering is a plus.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Business Consulting and Services