Senior Fire Protection Engineer

Webuildidaho; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) and match

Generous PTO

Opportunity for stock ownership

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineer in Boise, Idaho. This position involves overseeing fire protection engineering projects from concept through completion. The ideal candidate will have 15–18 years of experience, strong client-facing skills, and a Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or a related discipline. The role includes managing project delivery phases, cultivating client relationships, and providing technical leadership. A competitive compensation package with full benefits is offered including a salary range of $140,000 to $230,000, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 15–18 years of progressive experience in fire protection engineering and project management.
• Fire Protection Professional Engineering Licensure.
• Strong understanding of industry standards and building codes.

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.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Leadership

Technical expertise in fire protection

Project management

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.