Fire Protection Engineer I — Flexible Growth & Mentorship

Affiliated Engineers, Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Mentorship

Job summary

Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI) in Madison seeks a Fire Protection Engineer I to support energy-efficient building solutions and environmental stewardship.

You will start under mentorship, performing calculations, sizing, equipment selection, field surveys, and shop drawings, then grow to write specs, participate in client meetings, and support construction-phase activities. This role offers exposure to high-impact projects across sectors and opportunities for professional development and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Aerospace, Architectural, Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Fire Protection or Mechanical).
• 2+ years of experience in fire suppression systems, fire alarm systems, and clean agent systems required.
• Experience in computer operation for engineering calculation programs and ability to learn computer-aided drafting/BIM software.
• Understanding of applicable design codes, design standards and specification requirements, and ability to interpret them.
• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam (FE).
• AutoCAD experience
• Revit Experience
• Navisworks Experience
• Strong spoken and written communications skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Quick technical comprehension and motivation focused on client outcomes.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Effective working individually and within team environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform calculations, determine system sizing and layouts, select equipment, complete field surveys, and prepare shop drawings.
• As you gain project experience, write specifications, participate in project meetings with clients and other consultants, and support construction-phase work.
• Be proactive in taking on more responsibility as you grow within AEI.

Skills

FE exam

Communication

Time management

Multitasking

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Aerospace, Architectural, Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Fire Protection or Mechanical)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI) in Madison seeks a Fire Protection Engineer I to support energy-efficient building solutions and environmental stewardship.

You will start under mentorship, performing calculations, sizing, equipment selection, field surveys, and shop drawings, then grow to write specs, participate in client meetings, and support construction-phase activities. This role offers exposure to high-impact projects across sectors and opportunities for professional development and