Fire Protection Engineer - Federal Government Projects

Arcadis; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 94,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to support federal government projects. The role involves leading design teams, developing innovative fire protection solutions, and ensuring compliance with safety codes. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in facility design and hold a relevant degree.

Benefits

Health insurance

401K

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of consulting engineering experience with facility design.
• Professional Engineering licensure in the U.S. required.
• Proven experience with IFC design packages for federal projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams and mentor junior staff.
• Develop construction-ready design packages including drawings and specifications.
• Conduct site surveys and collaborate with clients at project locations.

Skills

Communication

Team Leadership

Fire Alarm Systems

Smoke Control

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or fire protection engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM

HydraCAD

Navisworks

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Location

USA Remote

Company Overview

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. With over 36,000 employees in more than 70 countries, we are dedicated to improving quality of life and solving complex challenges through collaborative efforts.

Role Description

We are seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to support our Places Design & Engineering group. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in facility design, working with multidisciplinary teams on various projects from pursuit to construction. You will lead fire protection disciplines across multiple projects, ensuring compliance and innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

1. Lead design teams, mentor junior staff, and develop construction-ready design packages including drawings and specifications, with expertise in fire alarm and suppression systems, smoke control, and related technologies.
2. Maintain deep knowledge of life safety codes and industry standards such as NFPA, NEC, NESC, UL, UFC, and UFGS.
3. Develop budgets, proposals, schedules, and staffing plans; identify and pursue new project opportunities, particularly with federal agencies.
4. Utilize design and modeling software including Revit, BIM, Autodesk Construction Cloud, AutoCAD, HydraCAD, Navisworks, and SpecsIntact.
5. Conduct site surveys and collaborate with clients at project locations, especially in heavy industrial, commercial, and manufacturing facilities.

Qualifications & Experience

1. U.S. citizenship required.
2. Bachelor's degree in mechanical or fire protection engineering.
3. 10-15 years of consulting engineering experience with facility design.
4. Professional Engineering licensure in the U.S.
5. Proven experience with IFC design packages for federal projects.
6. Excellent communication skills and ability to foster positive relationships with clients and internal teams.

Additional Information

We offer competitive benefits, including health insurance, 401K, paid time off, and more. Salary range: $94,944 - $161,405, based on experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Arcadis is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.