Fire Protection Engineer — Hybrid Work, Life-Safety Focus

CDM Smith; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to design comprehensive fire protection systems, review compliance with NFPA and UFC standards, and support federal projects. The role emphasizes life safety analyses, coordination with sales on proposals, and mentoring junior engineers.

The position offers a hybrid work model with multiple US office locations and ongoing professional development. You will develop conceptual layouts, basis of design, water supply analyses, and detailed plans for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Architectural or Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop fire protection engineering designs including water supply analyses and plans for sprinkler and suppression systems.
• Act as QFPE for federal projects involving life safety, fire suppression and alarm design.
• Review designs for compliance and sign off on completed work.
• Collaborate with sales to prepare proposals and meet client requirements.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff on discipline work.

Skills

CADD 3D/4D

Engineering design

MS Office

Verbal & written comms

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Architectural or Chemical Engineering

PE license

Tools

HydraCAD

HydraCALC

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to design comprehensive fire protection systems, review compliance with NFPA and UFC standards, and support federal projects. The role emphasizes life safety analyses, coordination with sales on proposals, and mentoring junior engineers.

The position offers a hybrid work model with multiple US office locations and ongoing professional development. You will develop conceptual layouts, basis of design, water supply analyses, and detailed plans for