GSA Fire Protection Engineer (51638)

Miracorp; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (Personal, Vacation, S—?

Comprehensive Health Coverage (Medical

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance & AD&D

Wellness Resources & Assistance

Financial Counseling Programs

Commuter Benefits

401(k) with 100% employer match

Company values: integrity, excellence

Job summary

MIRACORP in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to lead the design and safety of critical fire protection systems. You will provide technical leadership in design, inspection, testing, and compliance, ensuring adherence to NFPA codes while supporting facility teams.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering and an active PE license in Fire Protection Engineering, with at least five years of relevant experience in fire alarm and suppression systems.

Qualifications

• Active PE license in Fire Protection Engineering.
• Minimum five years of relevant engineering experience.
• Minimum three years of fire alarm and fire suppression system experience.
• Travel required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Design and evaluate fire protection systems (alarm, detection, sprinkler, suppression, fire pumps).
• Perform hydraulic calculations, system layouts, and equipment selection.
• Review A/E and contractor drawings for compliance with codes and NFPA standards.
• Conduct inspections, testing, fire hazard analyses, and field surveys.
• Develop life safety plans and fire safety programs.
• Prepare technical reports and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide guidance to project teams, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
• Support performance-based design using fire modeling and egress analysis.
• Deliver training and support system installation, maintenance, and upgrades.

Skills

Fire protection design

NFPA standards

Hydraulic calculations

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Salt Lake City , UT 84101

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: $135,000.00 - $150,000.00 Salary/year

Lead the design and safety of critical fire protection systems that protect people, property, and mission success.

Overview

At MIRACORP, we don’t just support federal agencies—we set the standard for quality and reliability. Our people drive our success, and we invest in talent, innovation, and leadership to make a meaningful impact.

Position Summary

The Fire Protection Engineer serves as a subject matter expert in fire and life safety systems, providing technical leadership in design, inspection, testing, and compliance. This role ensures adherence to codes and standards while supporting facility and project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and evaluate fire protection systems (alarm, detection, sprinkler, suppression, fire pumps)
• Perform hydraulic calculations, system layouts, and equipment selection
• Review A/E and contractor drawings for compliance with codes and NFPA standards
• Conduct inspections, testing, fire hazard analyses, and field surveys
• Develop life safety plans and fire safety programs
• Prepare technical reports and recommend corrective actions
• Provide guidance to project teams, contractors, and regulatory authorities
• Support performance-based design using fire modeling and egress analysis
• Deliver training and support system installation, maintenance, and upgrades

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Fire Protection, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Chemical, or related discipline).
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Fire Protection Engineering.
• Minimum five (5) years of relevant engineering experience.
• Minimum three (3) years of fire alarm and fire suppression system experience.
• Travel Required
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Preferred Qualifications

• Hospital or healthcare life safety code experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD.

Why Choose MIRACORP?

At MIRACORP, we recognize that our employees are the cornerstone of our success. That’s why we offer an exceptional benefits package from day one, including:

• Paid Time Off (Personal, Vacation, Sick Leave)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage (Medical, Vision, Dental)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options for healthcare and dependent care
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Protection
• Employee Wellness Resources & Assistance Programs
• Financial Counseling Programs to support long‑term planning
• Commuter Benefits for work‑life ease
• 401(k) with 100% immediate employer matching
• A company that lives its core values, prioritizing integrity, accountability, and excellence

We proudly support veterans and all qualified applicants, ensuring equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Join a team where your expertise is valued, your impact is recognized, and your career can thrive. Come grow with us–because at MIRACORP, your success is our success!