Senior Fire Protection Engineer

Northern Impact; Minneapolis, Washington (MN, District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global architecture and engineering firm seeks a Senior Fire Protection Engineer for their Minneapolis office. This role involves leading complex engineering projects, business development, and client relations, with a focus on federal infrastructure. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits in a flexible hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

Retirement savings with company matching

Accident and Critical Illness coverage

HSA + FSA options

Commuter Benefits

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term and Long-term disability options

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of licensed experience, including 5+ years of team management.
• Demonstrated practical knowledge of codes and industry standards.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and effective time allocation.

Responsibilities

• Identify and coordinate Subject Matter Experts across engineering studios.
• Communicate business development opportunities and collaborate on strategic goals.
• Serve as the primary point of contact during various project stages.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Presentation Skills

Education

ABET-accredited degree in Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Registered Professional Engineer certification

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Industry-standard calculation software

Job description

Overview

A leading global architecture and engineering firm with over 100 years of legacy is seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineer or Washington DC for their Minneapolis office. This established firm specializes in transformative design across multiple sectors, with offices strategically located throughout the United States. Their portfolio encompasses federal, healthcare, aviation, education, and commercial projects, delivered through integrated architecture, engineering, and interior design services.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead complex engineering projects with a focus on protective design and federal infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership and Expertise Coordination

• Identify discipline-specific Subject Matter Experts across engineering studios, focusing on market and technical experience

• Communicate expertise findings to the National Director of Engineering, Global Practice Leaders, and Market Sector Leaders

• Collaborate with studio Operations Directors and National Director of Engineering on work sharing and recruiting coordination

Business Development and Growth

• Identify engineering business development opportunities across studios, including speaking engagements, publishing opportunities, client outreach, and project identification

• Collaborate with the National Director of Engineering to set strategic goals for discipline growth and best practice advancement

• Perform marketing and business development activities, including building relationships with key clients and strategic partners

• Engage in proposal writing, fee estimation, and client interviews

Project Management and Client Relations

• Attend client meetings and communicate with clients, consultants, and contractors during various project stages

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned projects

• Assist Project Managers with fee development for engineering portions of work

• Travel for marketing and project-related activities as required

Requirements:

Education and Experience

• ABET-accredited degree in Engineering or Architectural Engineering

• Registered Professional Engineer certification

• Minimum 6 years of licensed experience, including 5+ years of team management

Technical Skills

• Demonstrated practical knowledge of codes and related industry standards

• Production experience preparing deliverable drawing sets in Revit and AutoCAD

• Proficiency in industry-standard calculation software

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal, communication, writing, and presentation skills

• Ability to manage competing priorities and effectively allocate time

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary Range: $100,000 – $150,000, commensurate with experienceComprehensive Benefits Package:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans

• Retirement savings with company matching

• Supplemental benefits including:

  • Accident and Critical Illness coverage

  • HSA + FSA options

  • Commuter Benefits

  • Company-paid life insurance

  • Short-term and Long-term disability options

  • Parental Leave

This position offers an exceptional opportunity to work on significant projects while advancing your career in a collaborative, professional environment.

The studio operates on a flexible hybrid schedule with three days in their collaborative office environment and two days working remotely, offering an ideal balance between in-person collaboration and remote flexibility.