Senior Fire Protection Engineer

McMillen, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) and match

Generous PTO

Paid Holidays

Wellness Reimbursement

Stock Ownership Opportunities

Job summary

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineer in Boise, Idaho. The role involves overseeing projects from concept through completion while providing technical expertise and project management leadership. Applicants should have 15-18 years of experience in fire protection engineering, a Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline, and an active Fire Protection Professional Engineering Licensure. The position includes a compensation package of $140,000 - $230,000, along with robust benefits including medical, dental, vision, and wellness reimbursements.

Qualifications

• 15–18 years of progressive experience in fire protection engineering and project management.
• Fire Protection Professional Engineering Licensure required.
• Knowledge of NFPA, NEC, NESC, UL, UFC, and UFGS standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and execution of complex fire protection engineering projects.
• Serve as the primary client interface, cultivating strong client relationships.
• Manage all phases of project delivery including scope, budget, schedule, and quality.

Skills

Fire Protection Engineering

Project Management

Client Engagement

Technical Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Senior Fire Protection Engineer

McMillen, Inc. is looking for a Senior Fire Protection Engineer who will oversee projects from concept through completion, providing technical expertise, client engagement, and project management leadership. This is a client-facing role, requiring strong communication skills, the ability to build long-term client relationships, and proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and execution of complex fire protection engineering projects
• Serve as the primary client interface, cultivating and maintaining strong client relationships
• Manage all phases of project delivery, including scope, budget, schedule, and quality
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project success
• Provide technical leadership in fire protection system design, code compliance, and risk analysis
• Mentor and support junior engineers and project staff
• Represent the firm in client meetings, industry events, and professional associations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
• 15–18 years of progressive experience in fire protection engineering and project management.
• Fire Protection Professional Engineering Licensure
• Knowledge of industry standards, building codes, and safety standards such as NFPA, NEC, NESC, UL, UFC and UFGS
• Strong client-facing skills with a track record of cultivating and growing client relationships.
• Willingness to travel 10–25% for client and project needs.

Compensation Package

• Pay Range: $140,000 - $230,000 (DOE)
• Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement.

McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.