Senior Fire Protection Engineer

Page; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architecture firm in Chicago is seeking a Senior Design Engineer specializing in fire protection systems. The role involves designing fire suppression systems, consulting on life safety plans, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have 10+ years of experience, a PE License, and proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD. Join a mission-driven team committed to enhancing lives through innovative design.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in fire suppression and alarm design.
• PE License required.
• Experience in healthcare and mission-critical markets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design fire alarm and fire suppression systems.
• Review and develop life safety plans.
• Collaborate with engineering and architectural disciplines.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analysis of smoke management

Knowledge of ICC and NFPA codes

Education

Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET accredited engineering program

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Fire protection related computational programs

Job description

Overview

At Page, we promise design that makes lives better. We’re actively seeking talented people to join an empowered employee environment. Page provides architecture, engineering, interiors and consulting services on large, complex projects around the world. We credit the success of our projects that build communities to the global diversity of our people’s backgrounds and experiences. By following our core values in the delivery of our services, we’ve become – and remain – a vital and respected firm. We’re seeking highly creative, committed team members to help us deliver on our promise of making lives better through design. As our market sectors and services grow, we continuously add new opportunities. Will you join us?

Responsibilities

• Design of fire alarm and fire suppression systems;
• Review and development of life safety plans;
• Life safety and building code consulting;
• Collaboration with a variety of engineering and architectural disciplines;
• Interface with Local AHJs and building owner insurance representatives;
• Development of site fire protection features and fire department access plans;
• Communication with clients and writing technical reports;
• Analysis of smoke management, means egress and fire hazards;
• Alternative means of compliance & Performance Based Design.

Qualifications

• 10+years of experience
• Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET accredited engineering program
• PE License
• Experience in fire suppression, fire alarm, and life safety review and design
• Knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, and fire protection related computational programs
• Previous experience and an understanding of adopted building codes and governmental (DoD, VA, GSA) standards
• Experience in Healthcare, Mission Critical and/or Semi-Conductor markets preferred
• Knowledge of ICC and NFPA codes and standards
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Willing to travel up to 15%.

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