Fire Protection Engineer - Building Engineering Market

Gresham Smith; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) with Company Match

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Transit Program

Telemedicine

Job summary

Gresham Smith is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to join our Chicago team. You will design fire sprinkler systems using AutoSprink and review plans for life safety systems across projects, collaborating with engineers and architects to ensure code-compliant solutions.

You will work with discipline leads to stay current with IBC, NFPA, and FM standards, applying strong communication as you coordinate with multiple stakeholders from design through installation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fire Protection or Mechanical Engineering.
• 4+ years as a fire protection engineer.
• AutoCAD/Revit experience or AutoSprink preferred.
• Knowledge of IBC, NFPA, and FM standards.
• MS Office proficiency; especially Word/Excel.
• Experience using Bluebeam or Adobe Pro.
• Strong communication and problem-solving with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan fire sprinkler systems using AutoSprink.
• Evaluate building plans and drawings for life safety systems.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and contractors.
• Ensure designs meet fire safety codes, standards and regulations.
• Participate in ongoing training on regulations and advancements.

Skills

Fire protection design

Life safety analysis

Stakeholder communication

Code compliance

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Fire Protection or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD/Revit

AutoSprink

Bluebeam/Adobe Pro

Job description

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Gresham Smith | Chicago Office
Chicago, IL 60603, USA

Description

About Us

At Gresham Smith, we call it Genuine Ingenuity. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by our Core Purpose—to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities—we deliver innovative solutions for life’s essential infrastructure and institutions.

What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals—we’re a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Why Gresham Smith?

When you join Gresham Smith, you’re joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as a Best Place to Work because we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fire Protection or Mechanical Engineering.
• 4+ years working as a fire protection engineer.
• AutoCAD/Revit experience or AutoSprink is preferred.
• Knowledge of IBC, NFPA, and FM standards is required.
• Skilled with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
• Experience using Bluebeam or Adobe Pro to edit, markup, and package PDFs.
• Strong understanding of fire safety measures, engineering principles, and the ability to use design software.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, as the engineer will have to work with various stakeholders and resolve any potential design or installation issues.

About the Role

As a Fire Protection Engineer, you will:

• Design and plan fire sprinkler systems using AutoSprink software.
• Evaluate building plans and architectural drawings to determine appropriate life safety systems including fire suppression, fire alarm, smoke control and code analysis.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, and contractors during the design and installation stages.
• Ensure designs meet fire safety codes, standards, and regulations.
• Participate in training to stay updated on new regulations and industry advancements.

Join Us

If you’re excited to bring your talents to a collaborative, people-first environment where you can make an impact while growing your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Here’s what you can expect:

Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.

Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.

• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D
• Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance
• Family Planning and Parental Leave
• Mass/Public Transit Program
• Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program

Gresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply!

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