Senior Fire Protection Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic international firm is seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineer to lead technical projects and mentor junior engineers. This role involves developing fire protection strategies, managing client relationships, and contributing to organizational development. Candidates should have a strong background in fire safety engineering, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to oversee various projects while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in fire protection engineering consulting.
• A PE license is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering analyses and design work for fire safety.
• Oversee small to large-scale projects ensuring safety standards.
• Maintain and grow client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Education

B.S. in Fire Safety/Protection Engineering

M.S. in Fire Safety/Protection Engineering

Tools

FDS

Pathfinder

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Fire Protection Engineer to join a dynamic, international firm specializing in fire safety code consulting and engineering. The company offers innovative solutions for fire protection and life safety across a wide range of sectors, including mass timber construction, commercial, residential, hospitality, mixed-use developments, and high-rise buildings. This role provides the opportunity to lead technical projects, mentor engineers, and drive business development initiatives across offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Portland, or Seattle.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Leadership

• Lead engineering analyses and design work for fire safety and compliance.
• Develop performance-based and prescriptive fire protection strategies and review technical documents.
• Mentor and train junior engineers, providing regular feedback and guidance.

Business Development

• Maintain and grow client relationships, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Prepare proposals, negotiate contracts, and manage project scope, cost, and timelines.
• Attend marketing meetings and identify new opportunities to expand the client base.

Project Management

• Oversee small to large-scale projects, ensuring adherence to safety standards and client objectives.
• Utilize advanced modeling tools (e.g., FDS, Pathfinder) and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Conduct site inspections and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and client satisfaction.

Organizational Development

• Contribute to the development of engineering standards and staff training programs.
• Collaborate with leadership on strategic initiatives to enhance business performance.
• Represent the company at industry events and cultivate professional networks.

Qualifications

• Education: B.S. and M.S. in Fire Safety/Protection Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in fire protection engineering consulting.
• Licensure: A PE license is strongly preferred, particularly in California, Oregon, or Washington state, or eligibility to obtain it.
• Proficiency in fire safety design principles, modeling software, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Salary range: $130k-$180k, depending on experience and qualifications + performance bonus + sign-on bonus