Fire Protection Engineer II

CROMWELL ARCHITECTS ENGINEERS INC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Year-end bonus

401(k) match

Job summary

Cromwell Architects Engineers in Charlotte seeks a Fire Protection Engineer to design and implement fire alarm and suppression systems, collaborating with architects and builders to ensure safety and compliance during construction.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in fire protection or related field, 5+ years of experience, proficiency in design software (Revit, Bluebeam, MS Office), and knowledge of building codes. PE license is preferred; travel up to 10% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in fire protection engineering or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in fire protection design software and knowledge of building codes is essential.
• PE license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Perform calculations and design fire alarm, fire suppression, and life safety systems.
• Prepare specifications based on design.
• Review design drawings in relation to plans and specifications.
• Analyze potential fire hazards in buildings and new designs providing recommendations.
• Ensure all fire protections systems meet local, state, and federal fire codes and standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

About CromwellCromwell Architects Engineers offers the opportunity to be part of something bigger. Many of our staff boast long-term careers with the firm – some reaching over 40 years. As a full-service firm there are opportunities to advance within the organization as you pursue your vocation. We strive to place employee passion and personal commitments in a healthy relationship with their work commitments. Our team welcomes you to explore opportunities that will allow you to be part of an organization that prides itself on innovation and dedication, while working together to exceed expectations.EOE M/F/D/VBenefitsOvertime paid as straight time for hours over 40 per weekCost of Living IncreaseYear-end Bonus401(k) MatchPosition PurposeThe Fire Protection Engineer designs and implements fire protection alarm and suppression systems to ensure safety and compliance with fire safety regulations in various environments. The Engineer will work closely with architects, engineers and builders to integrate fire protection systems into building designs during the construction phase.In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesReasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsPerform calculations and design fire alarm, fire suppression, and life safety systemsPrepare specifications based on designReview design drawings in relation to plans and specificationsAnalyze potential fire hazards in buildings and new designs providing recommendationsEnsure all fire protections systems meet local, state, and federal fire codes and standards.Stay updated on fire safety technologies and techniques, conducting experiments and field tests to evaluate new systems and materials.Meet with owners and understand project requirements.Perform all other duties as assigned.Travel: 10%, to project sites for surveys and meetings.CompetenciesExperience in Revit, Bluebeam and Microsoft Office skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detailExcellent communication and time management skillsAbility to work collaboratively in a team environment, including multi-disciplined design teamsWork EnvironmentThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance visions, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Prolonged period of sitting or standing at a desk while working on a computer.Exposure to outside elements when on location site.Qualifications / Prior ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.5+ years’ experience in fire protection engineering or a related discipline.Proficiency in fire protection design software and knowledge of building codes is essential.PE license preferred.