Mid-Level Fire Protection Engineer

FM Talent Source; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 86,788 - 96,432; Full time

Job summary

A leading workforce solutions provider is seeking a Mid-Level Fire Protection Engineer in Bethesda, MD. This hybrid position involves supporting fire protection design, inspections, and life safety evaluations. Candidates should possess a minimum of 2 years' experience in fire protection engineering and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. The role also includes reviewing architectural drawings, performing fire modeling, and managing project budgets. Compensation ranges from $63 to $70 hourly, transitioning to a full-time role after 6 months.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in fire protection engineering.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings from architects and implement design modifications.
• Perform design calculations for fire alarm systems.
• Conduct code and risk analyses.
• Perform computer-based fire modeling.
• Develop performance-based fire protection approaches.
• Support clients in decision-making.

Skills

Fire protection engineering

Design modifications

Conducting code and risk analyses

Fire modeling

Project budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related field

Job description

FM Talent Source

FM Talent Source is an enterprise that provides business and workforce solutions to help organizations nationwide overcome business challenges. Our clients include federal, state and local government agencies, Fortune 500 Companies, and non-profit organizations. Founded in 2004, we have a strong history of providing recruitment strategies and utilizing effective project and quality management methodologies to ensure our clients’ success.

Position Overview

The Mid-Level Fire Protection Engineer supports fire protection system design review, analysis, inspection, and life safety evaluation. This hybrid position is based primarily in Bethesda, MD.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings from architects, vendors, and other engineering teams; implement design modifications.
• Perform design calculations for fire alarm and suppression systems.
• Conduct code and risk analyses: height/area, occupancy/use classifications, life safety evaluation, water supply, smoke control, hazardous materials, etc.
• Perform computer-based fire modeling for fire growth, smoke spread, detector activation, egress, and airflow.
• Develop performance-based fire protection approaches based on varying data.
• Gather resources to solve engineering problems.
• Support senior engineering staff and help clients make informed decisions.
• Monitor and manage project budgets.
• Engage in creative thinking, innovation, and sound engineering judgment.
• Additional responsibilities from attachments: design review, shop drawing evaluation, construction inspections, NFPA-based guidance, hydrant flow testing, and outage coordination.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in fire protection engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related field.
• PE license preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.

Compensation

Compensation: $63 - $70 hourly (Temporary to Permanent FT after 6 months)

Compensation Range: The salary range provided is determined by market value, internal equity, and the candidate's experience and qualifications. Offers will be extended within this range, though not all candidates will receive an offer at the upper limit.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.