Fire Protection Senior Engineer

Harrington Group, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrington Group, Inc. seeks a Senior Fire Protection Engineer to lead complex, high-profile projects and mentor a growing engineering team. You will guide design and review of fire alarm and sprinkler systems while delivering innovative, code-compliant solutions.

Join a focused firm where fire protection is the core focus. This remote-friendly role emphasizes collaboration, client engagement, and technical leadership across diverse industries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Fire Protection Engineering (or related field).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Fire Protection required.
• 10+ years of experience in fire protection engineering with leadership.
• Experience managing projects across manufacturing, healthcare, commercial, and data centers.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical execution and management of fire protection tasks from concept to close-out.
• Oversee design of fire alarm, sprinkler, smoke control systems and fire-rated assemblies.
• Conduct and review fire hazard analyses, code research, hydraulics, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure NFPA/IBC and local code compliance.
• Review and approve engineering documents and mentor engineers at all levels.
• Conduct site visits, installation reviews, and commissioning support.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Fire protection

Revit

AutoCAD

FDS

Pathfinder

Remote work

Project management

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Fire Protection Engineering

PE License in Fire Protection

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Pathfinder

FDS

Job description

HGI is a leading fire protection engineering firm that delivers innovative solutions to protect people and property. We are seeking experienced Senior Fire Protection Engineers to oversee complex, high-profile projects, mentor our engineering team, and contribute technical leadership that advances safer environments.

This is an opportunity to work in a focused, specialized firm where fire protection isn’t an afterthought—it’s the core of what we do. If you’re a highly motivated engineer who thrives in a collaborative, remote-friendly environment, we want to hear from you.

We are looking for a highly skilled fire protection engineer with broad experience in the design and review of fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems, as well as performance-based alternative design solutions. You will guide projects to meet or exceed NFPA, ICC, and local codes while addressing complex fire protection challenges.

You will lead and mentor our team of engineers, supporting their professional growth and ensuring high-quality work. Your leadership will shape the next generation of fire protection specialists.

Strategic Project Oversight

You will manage multiple large-scale projects from inception to completion, ensuring technical accuracy, client satisfaction, and project efficiency.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

Acting as a trusted expert, you will interface directly with clients, Authorities Having Jurisdiction, architects, contractors, and stakeholders, delivering tailored fire protection solutions across diverse industries.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead technical execution and management of fire protection engineering tasks from concept to project close-out.
• Oversee the design of fire alarm, fire sprinkler, smoke control systems, and fire-rated assemblies.
• Conduct and review fire hazard analyses, code research, hydraulic calculations, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders, ensuring compliance with NFPA, IBC, and local codes adopted in the jurisdiction.
• Review and approve engineering documents, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Provide mentorship, leadership, and quality oversight to engineers at all levels.
• Conduct site visits, installation reviews, and commissioning support to ensure installed fire protection systems function as intended.
• Contribute to the development of advanced methodologies and maintain expertise in emerging technologies.
• Expertise in fire protection engineering principles, codes, and standards.
• Proven ability to lead and manage large, complex fire protection projects.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and fire modeling software (FDS, Pathfinder, etc.) preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a remote work environment while fostering team collaboration.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related field (Chemical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering with a fire protection focus,
• Professional Engineering (PE) License in Fire Protection required.
• 10+ years of experience in fire protection engineering with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Background in managing projects in manufacturing, warehousing and distribution centers, healthcare, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, or data centers.
• Strong technical foundation with a focus on innovation and detail-oriented execution.

At HGI, we believe in hiring the best, giving our engineers the tools to succeed, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Here’s what you can expect:

• Work on impactful projects – Our engineers contribute to fire protection solutions that save lives and safeguard critical infrastructure.
• Mentorship from industry leaders – We provide guidance, training, and leadership development to help you grow.
• A culture of collaboration and innovation – We take pride in being a remote-friendly firm that values teamwork and work-life balance.
• Competitive compensation and benefits – The base salary range for this role is $125,000–$155,000, based on years of applicable experience, professional licensure (PE preferred), engineering level assigned through our internal evaluation process, plus significant bonus potential, professional development support, and opportunities for leadership advancement.
• Autonomy with support – We trust our engineers to take ownership of their work while providing a supportive environment for success.

SOUND LIKE THE RIGHT FIT FOR YOU?

We’re looking for curious, detail-oriented engineers who thrive in a high-impact role. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!