Life Safety Systems Engineer - 23552

Seneca Resources Company, LLC; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive health, dental, and vis​

401(k) retirement plan

Advocacy of dedicated team

Job summary

Seneca Resources seeks a Life Safety Systems Engineer to design and implement sophisticated fire protection and life safety solutions for high-impact projects such as semiconductor facilities and data centers. You will own comprehensive fire safety designs and collaborate with clients and regulators to ensure code compliance.

Ideal candidates bring PE eligibility within six months, project leadership experience, and strong knowledge of NFPA codes, fire alarms, VESDA, CCTV, leak detection, and

Qualifications

• PE license with ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience leading projects and managing resources.
• Mentoring junior staff and guiding project teams.
• Design management experience in semiconductor or data center environments.
• Strong knowledge of fire alarms, VESDA, CCTV, HPM, and leak detection systems.
• Proficiency in 3D BIM software (Revit).
• Good understanding of NFPA codes (NFPA 101, NFPA 72, NFPA 70 NEC, NFPA 400).
• Knowledge of fire protection design standards, specs, and estimating/scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement code-compliant fire protection and life safety solutions.
• Lead projects, manage resources, and mentor junior staff.
• Collaborate with clients and regulatory officials on fire safety designs.

Skills

PE license

Project leadership

Mentoring

Design management

Fire protection

NFPA codes

Revit BIM

VESDA systems

Leak detection

Tools

Revit

Job description

Position Description:

Join our team as a Life Safety Systems Engineer and play a vital role in designing and implementing sophisticated fire protection and life safety solutions for high-impact projects such as semiconductor facilities and data centers. This role offers the opportunity to work on code-compliant asset protection systems, including fire sprinklers, gaseous agents, fire detection, toxic gas detection, smoke modeling, and explosion prevention. You’ll collaborate directly with clients and regulatory officials, providing expert guidance and ownership of comprehensive fire safety designs. Ideal candidates are passionate about fire safety engineering, thrive in dynamic environments, and are eager to contribute to critical infrastructure projects across the U.S.

Top Requirements:

• Professional Engineering (PE) license—Able to get in 6 Months
• Experience leading projects and managing resources
• Mentoring junior staff and guiding project teams
• Design management experience, especially in semiconductor or data center environments
• Strong knowledge of fire alarms, VESDA systems, security CCTV, HPM, and leak detection systems
• Proficiency in 3D BIM software (Revit)
• Good understanding of NFPA codes (NFPA 101, NFPA 72, NFPA 70 NEC, NFPA 400)
• Knowledge of fire protection design standards, construction specs, and project estimating/scheduling

About Seneca Resources:

At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm; we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact. When you work with Seneca, you’re choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path.

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plans
• Support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.