Fire Protection Engineer — Failure Analysis & Life Safety

Exponent

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 115,000 - 135,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Exponent is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to join our Thermal Sciences Practice, with opportunities across US offices including Atlanta, GA. You will participate in and lead investigations of fires and explosions, evaluate protection systems, review codes, and plan experimental programs for diverse clients.

The role requires an advanced degree in Fire Protection Engineering, strong technical background, and hands-on lab and field experience.

Qualifications

Ph.D. or Master's Degree in Fire Protection Engineering.
Strong technical background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and combustion.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Hands-on experience in executing experimental programs.
Hands-on experience in fire protection system design, installation, inspection, testing, and maintenance is a plus.
Prior experience with prescriptive and/or performance-based analysis and application of NFPA and ICC codes and standards preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluating the performance of fire protection, fire detection, and life safety systems.
Reviewing fire protection codes and standards.
Conducting laboratory assessments of material flammability.
Planning and executing experimental test programs.
Performing engineering calculations and analysis.
Conducting fieldwork.
Preparing proposals and technical reports, and presenting findings to clients.