Fire Protection Engineer (Hybrid)

H2Engineering, Inc.; Tallahassee (FL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Fire Protection Engineer (PE) for a remote/hybrid role supporting projects across North Florida. The ideal candidate will have a PE license in Florida and 5-10 years of fire protection engineering experience. Responsibilities include designing fire protection systems, preparing technical reports, and collaborating with various teams. This position requires candidates to reside in North Florida to support projects effectively.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of fire protection engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA and building codes.
• Experience with fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and support fire protection and life safety systems.
• Prepare and seal calculations, drawings, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with architects, MEP teams, clients, and AHJs.

Skills

NFPA and building codes knowledge

Fire sprinkler systems

Fire alarm systems

Education

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida

Active Fire Protection license in Florida

Job description

We are Problem Solvers. Innovators. Together. At H2Engineering, we tackle complex building challenges through collaboration, creativity, and smart engineering. We’re seeking an experienced Fire Protection Engineer (PE) to join our team in a remote/hybrid role supporting projects across North Florida.

This position is remote, with candidates required to reside in Florida within the Panhandle to Jacksonville to Gainesville region to support coordination and occasional site visits.

What You’ll Do

• Design and support fire protection and life safety systems
• Prepare and seal calculations, drawings, and technical reports
• Apply NFPA, IBC, and Florida Building Code requirements
• Collaborate with architects, MEP teams, clients, and AHJs
• Support projects from design through construction

What We Are Looking For

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida
• 5-10 years of fire protection engineering experience
• Active Fire Protection license in Florida
• Strong knowledge of NFPA and building codes
• Experience with fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems
• H1B sponsorship not available

Project Types

K-12 Schools | Higher Education | Commissioning | Correctional | Historical

Remote - Must live in North Florida (Panhandle → Jacksonville → Gainesville)

If you’re a licensed Fire Protection Engineer who enjoys solving real-world problems and working on impactful projects, we’d love to connect.