Fire Protection Engineer-Fort Worth

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc.; Dallas (TX); In loco; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary based on experience

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company-m

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and career

Descrizione del lavoro

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc. seeks a Fire Protection Engineer to support federal construction projects in the Fort Worth area. You will serve as the subject matter expert for fire and life safety systems, ensuring compliance with UFC 3-600-01, NFPA standards, and applicable codes.

The role involves design reviews, inspections, QA, submittal reviews, acceptance testing, and coordination with project teams. PE licensure and 5+ years' experience preferred.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited college.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of Fire Protection Engineering experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of UFC 3-600-01, NFPA standards, and fire/life safety requirements.
• Experience with USACE or other federal projects preferred.

Mansioni

• Establish a thorough understanding of fire protection requirements related to UFC 3-600-01 and NFPA standards.
• Attend project meetings and coordinate with project stakeholders to ensure successful execution of fire protection features of work.
• Perform reviews and plan-in-hand reviews, applying lessons learned from pre-construction to post-construction.
• Conduct inspections in compliance with project documentation and contract requirements.
• Evaluate work practices to ensure compliance with fire protection codes and policies.
• Prepare detailed technical reports identifying deficiencies and recommending corrective actions.
• Provide technical guidance regarding facility design and fire protection systems.
• Serve as a fire-safety consultant to project managers and government personnel.
• Review contractor submittals and RFIs.

Conoscenze

Technical writing

Communication

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Strumenti

RMS/QCS familiarity

Descrizione del lavoro

Fire Protection Engineer

• Work Location: Fort Worth, TX***

Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview

REQUIREMENT: Must be a US Citizen and must pass a federal background review and drug screen

Position Summary

The Fire Protection Engineer will provide fire protection engineering support for federal construction projects at Fort Hood, Texas. The selected candidate will serve as the subject matter expert for fire and life safety systems, ensuring compliance with UFC 3-600-01, NFPA standards, and applicable codes. This role includes design reviews, inspections, quality assurance, submittal reviews, acceptance testing, and coordination with project teams throughout all phases of construction.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Establish a thorough understanding of fire protection requirements related to UFC 3-600-01 and NFPA standards.


• Attend project meetings and coordinate with project stakeholders to ensure successful execution of fire protection features of work.


• Perform BCOES and plan-in-hand reviews, applying lessons learned from pre-construction, construction, and post-construction activities.


• Conduct inspections in compliance with approved project documentation and contract requirements.


• Evaluate work practices, procedures, and site conditions to ensure compliance with fire protection codes, standards, and policies.


• Prepare detailed technical reports identifying deficiencies and recommending corrective actions.


• Provide technical guidance regarding facility design, construction features, and fire protection systems.


• Serve as a fire-safety and life-safety consultant to project managers and government personnel.


• Review contractor submittals and provide technical comments and recommendations.


• Evaluate and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) and review field changes.


• Schedule and conduct final acceptance testing of fire suppression, detection, alarm, and related systems.


• Perform quality assurance oversight and document findings throughout project execution.


• Perform other duties as assigned

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited college


• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.


• Minimum of five (5) years of Fire Protection Engineering experience.


• Demonstrated knowledge of UFC 3-600-01, NFPA standards, and fire/life safety requirements.


• US Army Corps of Engineering (USACE) or other federal project experience, preferred


• Experience with quality assurance, commissioning, and acceptance testing of fire protection systems.


• Familiarity with RMS/QCS and federal construction management practices.


• Experience reviewing fire suppression, detection, alarm, and life safety systems.


• Strong technical writing, communication, and project coordination skills.


• Ability to work effectively with government personnel, contractors, and project stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Retirement savings plan with company match.


• Paid time off and holidays.


• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.


• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify