Fire Protection Engineer: Life-Safety & Plans Review

City of Oakland

Oakland (CA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays
Vacation
Retirement plan
Health insurance
Dental
Vision
Sick leave
Deferred compensation
Wellness program
Tuition reimbursement
Life insurance

Job summary

The City of Oakland is recruiting for two Fire Protection Engineers within the Oakland Fire Department. This role inspects buildings and fire protection systems to verify compliance with laws, codes, and regulations.

The Fire Protection Engineer reviews architectural plans and fire modeling, and evaluates sprinkler, alarm, and life safety systems. Joining the Oakland Fire Department means joining a team engaged with the community, innovative, and committed to making Oakland safer through

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in fire protection or engineering or related field.
  • California Driver's License required or able to travel.
  • Fire Protection Engineer license or PE license desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Review plans to identify fire and life safety issues.
  • Evaluate fire protection and life safety systems.
  • Conduct field inspections of construction sites and existing buildings.
  • Analyze complex engineering information.
  • Address specialized fire protection needs.
  • Document findings and communicate requirements.
  • Serve as a technical resource for the community.

Skills

Technical problem-solver
Detail-oriented
Fire/building safety knowledge
Clear communicator
Collaborative
Organized & self-directed

Education

Bachelor's degree in fire protection or engineering

Job description

The City of Oakland is recruiting for two Fire Protection Engineers within the Oakland Fire Department. This role inspects buildings and fire protection systems to verify compliance with laws, codes, and regulations.

The Fire Protection Engineer reviews architectural plans and fire modeling, and evaluates sprinkler, alarm, and life safety systems. Joining the Oakland Fire Department means joining a team engaged with the community, innovative, and committed to making Oakland safer through

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