Qualified Fire Protection Engineer

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; North Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Education opportunities

Job summary

ProSidian Seeks a Qualified Fire Protection Engineer (QFPE) to provide defense and national security focused fire protection engineering and technical evaluation for Navy/NIWC programs. This is a contract contingent / W-2 with hybrid on/off client site, primarily in CONUS - Mid-Atlantic and Southeast including North Charleston, SC, with potential California locations.

The role emphasizes risk assessment, code compliance, life-safety analysis, and technical reporting for Navy facilities.

Qualifications

• PE license and NCEES exam history required.
• Significant fire protection engineering experience in defense/navy sector.
• Experience with life safety evaluations and code research.

Responsibilities

• Provide Navy NIWC fire protection engineering services and support.
• Coordinate design reviews, life safety evaluations, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Fire protection engineering

Life safety evaluation

Code research

Technical reporting

PE license

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

ProSidian is a Management and Operations Consulting Services firm that delivers value to clients through tailored solutions grounded in industry-leading practices. ProSidian provides enterprise services/solutions for Risk Management | Compliance | Business Process | IT Effectiveness | Engineering | Environmental | Sustainability | Human Capital. We help forward-thinking clients solve problems and improve operations. Launched by Management Consultants, our multidisciplinary teams bring together global professionals to deliver a wide range of engagements for public and private, defense and civilian government, and non-profit organizations. Our solution-centric services are deployed across the enterprise, target drivers of economic profit (growth, margin, and efficiency), and align at the intersections of assets, processes, policies, and people to deliver value. See the link to the ProSidian website at www.ProSidian.com

Job Description

ProSidian Seeks a Qualified Fire Protection Engineer (QFPE) | Fire Protection Engineering and Technical Evaluation for Program Support on an Exempt 1099 Contract: No Overtime Pay Basis for Hybrid – On/Off Client Site and Virtual in the CONUS - Mid-Atlantic and Southeast (North Charleston, SC) as well as in the California Central Coast; Western United States; North America Area (Vandenberg Space Force Base, near Lompoc, Santa Barbara County, California). This role is for a Contract Contingent, Exempt 1099 Contract: no overtime pay, qualified fire protection engineer [P1NIWC010] Professional generally located in Charleston, SC, supporting geographically dispersed naval engineering facilities requiring coordinated fire protection, life safety, and modernization support.

With STD Work/Job Site (Office) Language(s) as English, the Qualified Fire Protection Engineer | Fire Protection Engineering and Technical Evaluation [P1NIWC010] aligns with GSA Labor Category: Senior Consultant. This role shall be principally CONUS - Mid-Atlantic and Southeast - North Charleston, SC, focused on 541330 - Engineering Services Program Support for Navy | NIWC Fire Protection Engineer Services and Support

We seek Qualified Fire Protection Engineer candidates with relevant Defense and National Security (derived classification) Sector Experience (functional and technical area expertise also ideal) to support professional services engagement for Defense and National Security (derived classification) Sector Clients such as NIWC. This is a Contract Contingent or Contract W-2 (IRS-1099) Fire Protection Engineering and Technical Evaluation Functional Area / Swim Lane / Category Discipline Professional - Navy | NIWC Fire Protection Engineer Services and Support Position; however, ProSidian reserves the right to convert to a Full-Time ProSidian-employed W-2 Position.

Qualified Fire Protection Engineer | Fire Protection Engineering and Technical Evaluation [P1NIWC010].

The Senior Consultant role(s) are located in CONUS - Mid-Atlantic and Southeast (North Charleston, SC) as well as in the California Central Coast; Western United States; North America Region, at or near Vandenberg Space Force Base, near Lompoc, Santa Barbara County, California. Initially identified Work Site Address: Hybrid – On/Off Client Site and Virtual - Geo Code Address: 1050 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC 29406

JOB OVERVIEW

Provide services and support as a Qualified Fire Protection Engineer [Navy | NIWC Fire Protection Engineer Services and Support] aligned with the Fire Protection Engineering and Technical Evaluation Functional Area / Swim Lane / Category Discipline in the Defense and National Security (derived classification) Industry Sector.

This role focuses on engineering, compliance, and risk management (derived ProSidian alignment) Solutions for clients such as the U.S. Department of the Navy, Naval Information Warfare Center Atlantic (Navy / NIWC Atlantic) | NIWC Atlantic, Department of the Navy; and GSA Federal Acquisition Service, which conducts MRAs. Generally Located In Vandenberg Space Force Base, near Lompoc, Santa Barbara County, California, and across the In CONUS - Mid-Atlantic and Southeast (North Charleston, SC) as well as in the California Central Coast; Western United States; North America Region (Of Country/World) Hybrid – On/Off Client Site and Virtual.

Delivering mission-critical fire protection engineering, risk assessments, regulatory compliance, and safety solutions safeguarding Navy installations. Applying licensed fire protection expertise to evaluate designs, assess facility safety, and support compliant modernization. Fire Protection Engineering and Technical Evaluation. The Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic is the U.S. Navy organization seeking fire protection engineering support for facilities in South Carolina, Virginia, and other CONUS locations. Requirement Status: QFPE definition supplied; separate staffing position not expressly mandated | Coverage: Measurement, evaluation, compliance, technical execution; incidental technical briefings only

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Qualified Fire Protection Engineer | Fire Protection Engineering and Technical Evaluation [P1NIWC010]

• Provide Defense and National Security (derived classification) Sector-related Hybrid – On/Off Client Site and Virtual Engineering Services for Navy | NIWC Fire Protection Engineer Services and Support as a Labor Category: Senior Consultant with activities generally located in CONUS - Mid-Atlantic and Southeast (North Charleston, SC) as well as In CONUS - Mid-Atlantic and Southeast (North Charleston, SC) as well as in the California Central Coast; Western United States; North America | In CONUS - Mid-Atlantic and Southeast (North Charleston, SC) as well as in the California Central Coast; Western United States; North America Vandenberg Space Force Base, near Lompoc, Santa Barbara County, California.
• Provide qualified engineering support for design and submittal reviews, code compliance evaluation, technical findings and SRM planning. Support existing-facility life safety assessments when tasked. Coordinate recommendations with the DFPE and applicable government AHJs.

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications For Qualified Fire Protection Engineer | Fire Protection Engineering and Technical Evaluation [P1NIWC010] Candidates:

Registered Professional Engineer (PE), passage of the NCEES written examination in fire protection engineering, and relevant fire protection engineering experience, as defined in the supplied requirement.

Education / Experience Requirements / Qualifications

Engineering education supporting PE registration and relevant fire protection experience. No fixed degree level or minimum years is stated in the supplied QFPE definition. Historical Senior Consultant minimum was master’s degree and 15 years; verify current category independently.

Registered Professional Engineer (PE), passage of the NCEES written examination in fire protection engineering, and relevant fire protection engineering experience, as defined in the supplied requirement.

Skills Required

Primarily focused on Engineering Services initiatives and aligned with Program Support activities, in the Fire Protection Engineering and Technical Evaluation Functional Area.

Fire protection engineering analysis, drawing/submittal review, life safety evaluation, systems knowledge, code research, and technical reporting.

• Technical accuracy, professional judgment, evidence-based evaluation, risk assessment and interdisciplinary coordination.

Ancillary Details Of The Roles

• Verify active PE registration, NCEES examination history, relevant project experience, and applicable licensing/credential acceptance.
• QFPE credentials do not automatically grant DFPE designation or AHJ authority. Formal training, deliverables and acceptance criteria remain undefined.

Other Details

Previously mentioned in qualifications only; no dedicated QFPE job row. This supplemental entry makes the qualification-based role explicit. No separate QFPE staffing quantity is specified.

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Additional Information

Our Corporate Benefits Policy and Philosophy

ProSidian’s Corporate Benefits Policy and Philosophy highlight the company's support for Eligible Employees through health, financial, work-life, and professional development benefits. Depending on employment type, location, role, client, laws, and plan terms, offerings include medical, dental, vision coverage; assistance programs; paid time off; insurance; retirement plans; flexible spending; education opportunities; recognition bonuses; discounts; and flexible work arrangements. These promote wellness, financial stability, ongoing learning, and work-life balance. ProSidian administers these benefits in line with legal, regulatory, contract, insurance, and business standards, with detailed plan documents. This creates a competitive, sustainable environment for employee growth, contribution, and shared success. Learn More At www.ProSidian.com/Policies-Corporate-Governance/

ProSidian's Employee Benefits Program Is Designed Around Four Core Priorities.

• Health and Well-Being: We support employee access to healthcare, preventive services, wellness resources, and programs that help Eligible Employees care for themselves and their families.
• Financial Security: We provide programs designed to help Eligible Employees protect income, prepare for retirement, manage eligible expenses, and strengthen long-term financial resilience.
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• Personal Effectiveness – The ability to manage tasks, time, and relationships efficiently, achieving consistent, impactful results.
• Continuous Learning – Continuous pursuit of knowledge, skills, and adaptability to stay relevant, competent, and competitive in the profession.
• Leadership – Inspiring, guiding, and motivating others to achieve goals, while promoting accountability, teamwork, and organizational success.
• Client Service – Delivering responsive, high-quality solutions that address client needs, build trust, and strengthen long-term partnerships.
• Business Management – Managing people, processes, and resources to achieve strategic goals, improve efficiency, and sustainable outcomes.
• Business Development – Identifying and securing growth opportunities through strategic relationships, market insights, and innovation.
• Technical Expertise – Applying specialized knowledge, analytical skills, and practical experience to solve complex problems with accuracy.
• Innovation & Knowledge – Sharing expertise through Thought Leadership, creating solutions, exchanging insights, and shaping industry trends.

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