Fire Protection Engineer / Specialist

HDR, Inc.; Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Fire Protection Engineer/Specialist, where your expertise will shape the safety of diverse facilities, from hospitals to data centers. In this role, you'll lead design efforts, mentor junior staff, and ensure compliance with safety codes. Be part of a collaborative team that values innovation and sustainability, making a real impact on communities. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to projects that enhance safety and efficiency while working in a supportive environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related field required.
• Entry Level NFPA, ICC Certifications or specialized credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead fire protection design for complex projects including hospitals and data centers.
• Evaluate and apply engineering techniques for fire protection solutions.

Skills

Fire Protection Engineering

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Revit

Hydraulic Calculations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering

Associate degree in a related field

High School diploma with relevant experience

Tools

Specialty Software

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

The Building Engineering Services Group (BES) provides mechanical, electrical, plumbing, site civil, structural, and specialty design services for a wide variety of buildings that include public, municipal, private, and Federal project types across the region and globally. With a team of experienced staff in specific market sectors such as Healthcare, Science and Technology, Data Centers, Higher Education, Federal, Transportation, Water, and Resources facilities, we provide engineering excellence for our clients. We have an industry leading focus on sustainable design and energy conservation.

The HDR BES group in New Jersey is looking for a Fire Protection Engineer/Specialist to join our team.

Primary Responsibilities

• In the role of Fire Protection Engineer/Specialist, we'll count on you to:


• Support and lead the fire protection portions of complex projects including hospitals, research facilities, data centers, and other facility types


• Independently evaluate, select, and apply standard and advanced engineering techniques and procedures to make recommendations on a broad range of fire protection issues


• Support and lead design of fire protection systems including wet, dry, and specialty systems


• Take responsibility for drawings and specifications, meeting schedules and budgets, and directing assigned staff


• Meet with clients and contractors as required


• Capable of laying out sprinkler head locations and standpipes


• Develop hydraulic calculations for sprinklers and standpipes using computer software programs


• Interpret engineering data for designers and drafters


• Check the drawings on a continuing basis to ensure accuracy and completeness and oversee deliverables to clients for quality control


• Mentor and develop the skills of designers and drafters


• Perform field verification and take-offs of existing systems for renovation projects


• Review and summarize applicable codes and for inclusion in the project basis of design, drawings, and specifications


• Coordinate fire protection work with other disciplines and consultants


• Review shop drawings and answer requests for information


• Assist with writing project specifications as required for the fire protection scope of work


• Visit project sites as requested or as contractually required to monitor construction progress and resolve issues in the field


• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or closely related engineering discipline


• Fire Protection PE License preferred and required for the title of "Fire Protection Engineer." Candidates who are hired without a state issued Fire Protection PE License will have a title of "Fire Protection Specialist"


• Fire alarm, life safety, and detection systems design experience a plus


• Relevant NFPA and NICET certifications a plus


• Proficiency in Revit a plus


• Preference given to local candidates

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Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in a closely related field or a High School diploma with a combination of education and relevant experience
• Entry Level NFPA, ICC Certifications or other specialized credentials related to the field of Fire & Life Safety
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
• Specialty software experience need to perform designs specific to area of expertise.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location:United States-New Jersey-Pennington

Industry:Building Engineering

Schedule:Full-time

Employee Status:Regular

BusinessClass:Building Public-Health-Plumbing

Job Posting:May 1, 2025