Senior Fire Alarm Engineer & Life Safety Project Lead

M.C. Dean, Inc.; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

M.C. Dean, Inc. in McLean, Virginia, is seeking an Engineer 3 to manage fire detection and alarm projects. The role involves developing engineering plans, conducting surveys, and providing site support. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and over 5 years of relevant experience, including being a licensed Professional Engineer. Skills in Pyrosim software and project management are desirable. The position may require domestic and international travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity.
• Licensed Professional Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering plan and implement design of life safety projects.
• Develop and implement commissioning and testing plans.
• Provide cost estimating for multiple projects.
• Conduct surveys to define scope and conceptual design.
• Provide ongoing site support to installation teams.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Use of Pyrosim software

Use of EVAC software

NICET III or NICET IV in fire detection and alarm

NICET in sprinkler or suppression

Strong oral, written and presentation skills

Background working with multidisciplinary teams

Time management and organization skills

Strong MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills

Ability to travel domestically and internationally

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering in Fire Protection, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical or related discipline

Job description

M.C. Dean, Inc. in McLean, Virginia, is seeking an Engineer 3 to manage fire detection and alarm projects. The role involves developing engineering plans, conducting surveys, and providing site support. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and over 5 years of relevant experience, including being a licensed Professional Engineer. Skills in Pyrosim software and project management are desirable. The position may require domestic and international travel up to 25%.