Remote Fire Protection Engineer — Advanced Modeling & Life Safety

Gigantes Group; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Gigantes Group seeks an experienced Fire Protection Engineer to lead performance-based design and CFD fire modeling for high-profile nationwide projects. The role is remote, requiring PE licensure and strong client interaction with AHJs.

You will stamp designs, develop code alternatives, and present modeling results to stakeholders. Responsibilities include building and interpreting 3D simulations, performing hydraulic calculations, and reviewing fire protection systems.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in Fire Protection Engineering or equivalent.
• Active PE license in Fire Protection is required; multi-state comity preferred.
• Experience with advanced modeling and life-safety consulting.

Responsibilities

• Lead performance-based design and modeling efforts for complex projects.
• Develop and present CFD fire modeling results to AHJs and clients.
• Stamp design packages and QA/QC modeling data and reports.
• Coordinate with project teams on fire suppression, detection, and smoke control.
• Prepare design alternatives and code compliance strategies for non-prescriptive designs.

Skills

Fire protection engineering

Technical writing

Client communication

Project management

Education

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

Tools

FDS

PyroSim

Pathfinder

STEPS

CFAST

CONTAM

Job description

Gigantes Group seeks an experienced Fire Protection Engineer to lead performance-based design and CFD fire modeling for high-profile nationwide projects. The role is remote, requiring PE licensure and strong client interaction with AHJs.

You will stamp designs, develop code alternatives, and present modeling results to stakeholders. Responsibilities include building and interpreting 3D simulations, performing hydraulic calculations, and reviewing fire protection systems.