Fire Protection Engineer - Hybrid | PE Licensed

CDM Smith; Louisville (KY); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to design advanced fire protection systems and lead project work across diverse sites in the U.S. The role supports lifecycle design from concept through construction, with a focus on life safety and regulation compliance.

In this hybrid position, you will work with federal and commercial projects, leveraging HydraCAD/HydraCALC tools and strong ISO standards. Travel up to 10% is possible as required by engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Willingness to travel domestically or internationally.
• Experience with UFC criteria for federal work.

Responsibilities

• Develop fire protection designs including hydraulics and sprinkler systems.
• Act as QFPE for federal projects.
• Ensure designs comply with NFPA/UFC/state/local regs.
• Collaborate with sales to respond to RFPs.
• Mentor junior staff and supervise engineers.
• Attend conferences to promote the firm's offerings.

Skills

CADD 3D/4D

Engineering design

Microsoft Office

Verbal & written communication

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Engineering degree

PE license

Tools

HydraCAD

HydraCALC

CAD software

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to design advanced fire protection systems and lead project work across diverse sites in the U.S. The role supports lifecycle design from concept through construction, with a focus on life safety and regulation compliance.

In this hybrid position, you will work with federal and commercial projects, leveraging HydraCAD/HydraCALC tools and strong ISO standards. Travel up to 10% is possible as required by engagements.