Fire Protection Engineering Professional Career Level

SolveNow Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SolveNow Inc. located in Dallas, Texas is looking for a seasoned Fire Protection Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this position, you will engage in developing complex building projects while collaborating with experienced engineers. Enjoy a hybrid working arrangement with flexibility for remote work if located over 50 miles from the office.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years of professional experience, is proficient with NFPA codes, and has a PE license. This role offers opportunities to travel globally and grow within the firm.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of related professional experience.
• PE in any U.S. State, having passed the fire protection engineering examination.
• Willingness to travel to job sites around the world (estimate around 10-15% travel).

Responsibilities

• Develop and complete building projects with experienced Fire Protection Engineers.
• Direct activities of design staff for drawings and calculations for fire systems.
• Analyze building/life safety codes for compliance.

Skills

Familiarity with NFPA and ICC codes and standards

Experience in fire sprinkler, suppression, and fire alarm system layout

Attention to detail

Creativity and willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related fields

Job description

Qualifications

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Safety Technology, or other related disciplines.
• At least 10 years of related professional experience.
• Will not now or in the future require sponsorship for an employment visa (examples: H-1B, L-1B, or other temporary visa status like OPT or F-1) to work in the U.S.

Ideally, you'll also have:

• Familiarity with NFPA and ICC codes and standards
• Willingness to travel to jobs sites around the world (estimate around 10-15% travel)
• Experience in fire sprinkler, suppression, and fire alarm system layout utilizing hydraulic calculation programs, and knowledge of NFPA Codes, and International Building and Fire Codes
• PE in any U.S. State, having passed the fire protection engineering examination.

Responsibilities

As a Fire Protection Engineer you will work alongside a robust staff of experienced and licensed Fire Protection Engineers to develop and use your skills and experience to deliver and complete challenging and engaging building projects across many different markets with our Cities & Places business in many different regions locally, nationally, and around the world.

The Engineer will be directing the activities of design staff to produce drawings and calculations for fire sprinkler systems, special hazards suppression systems, fire pumps, fire alarm and mass notification, and building/life safety codes analysis. Previous design experience is a plus but please do not self-select yourself out of a position and all that are interested in a career in fire protection engineering are encouraged to apply.

You’ll be a part of diverse teams, allowing you to both share what you know and learn so you can grow. Bring your creativity, ambitious spirit, extreme attention to detail, and a willing-to-learn attitude, and we’ll help you pursue and fulfill what drives you – so we can deliver extraordinary solutions for a better tomorrow.

Comments/Special Instructions

Hybrid working arrangement is preferred (2 days per week in theoffice or project site). Fully remote arrangement is possible with additional discussion if the candidate lives more than 50 miles from the office.