Senior Fire Protection Engineer

Bb; Norfolk (VA); Presencial; USD 135.000 - 165.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Discretionary bonus

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Descripción de la vacante

BB&E, a full-service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, is seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineer for NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic at Norfolk Naval Station. The role focuses on independent design support for fire protection systems across life-safety projects, MILCON, and complex Navy facilities.

Qualified candidates will have at least 10 years of experience, an ABET-accredited fire protection program, and PE registration (or PE required if mechanical degree).

Formación

• Minimum 10 years in fire protection engineering for facilities design.
• ABET-accredited degree in fire protection or mechanical engineering.
• If degree is in mechanical engineering, PE in Fire Protection required.

Responsabilidades

• Provide independent fire protection engineering support for Navy and MILCON projects.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders and disciplines to ensure system integration.
• Design fire protection systems including sprinkler, alarms, mass notification, and extinguishing systems.

Conocimientos

Fire protection eng

PE registration

Project management

Oral presentations

DoD standards knowledge

Educación

ABET-accredited fire protection program

PE registration required if mechanical degree

Herramientas

Autodesk software

Microsoft Office

Fire protection software

Descripción del empleo

BB&E is a full service civil and environmental engineering and consulting firm, headquartered in Northville, Michigan, which services both the Federal and Industrial sectors throughout the United States. BB&E team members provide Environmental Consulting, Facilities Engineering and Program/Project Management Services to Federal and private sectors.

Position Summary

BB&E is currently looking for a Senior Fire Protection Engineer to provide Fire Protection Engineering design support services to support Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build projects and associated efforts undertaken by NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic program, at Norfolk Naval Station.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide independent, timely and professional fire protection engineering support, services and consultation for the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of facilities for the Navy, Marine Corps, and other Supported Commands, including minor works projects, specific projects, special projects, military construction (MILCON), demolition, maintenance, space utilization and facilities development
• Participate in conferences with project stakeholders and collaborates with other engineering and architectural disciplines to ensure system coordination and integration with specific project requirements
• Typical projects include: fire protection engineering services for life safety, type of construction, height and area requirements, separation distances, fire rated construction, spray-applied fireproofing, firestopping, sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, mass notification systems, clean agent fire suppression systems, base-wide fire alarm reporting systems, water distribution systems, hydraulic analysis, fire modeling, and performance-based designs of major size and complexity for use in government facilities, including multi-story office buildings, steam plants, hospitals, housing, manufacturing, training, and similar structures.

• Registration as Professional Engineer (PE) in the discipline of Fire Protection Engineering is required.

• Substantial professional knowledge and practical application of fire protection engineering concepts, theories, principles, practices, and techniques necessary to plan, design, construct and maintain a wide range of shore-based engineering projects.
• Knowledge of DoD and Navy guide specifications, criteria and policy, industry codes and standards, and standard practices as related to fire protection engineering design, including the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes and standards, International Building Code (IBC), International Mechanical Code (IMC),International Residential Code (IRC), FM Global Loss Prevention Data Sheets, Society of Fire Protection Engineer's Handbook, and various other industry standards.
• Knowledge of local, state, federal, and foreign country laws, codes, and other statutory requirements affecting fire protection engineering design throughout the NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic AOR.
• Knowledge of related architectural and engineering fields and their associated impacts as related to fire protection engineering design. Ability to make oral presentations of proposed designs and results of studies
• Knowledge and experience with Autodesk software, Microsoft Office products, fire protection engineering design and analysis software and other applicable DoD computer systems and software used by the Command.
• Ability to produce results of analysis in writing and consolidate findings of others and evaluate recommendations and facts.
• Knowledge of budgeting, planning and project management techniques, including the ability to coordinate the work of others and lead teams.
• Knowledge of and full compliance with Safety Policy and Guidance, and use of personal protective equipment.

Experience & Education

• Experience: A minimum of 10 years of professional fire protection engineering code compliant facilities design experience for new construction, including renovation design experience, is required.
• Education: Completion of a course of studies accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineers and Technology (ABET) for a fire protection engineering program from a college or university for a bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering or fire protection engineering, supplemented by a considerable amount of hands‑on facilities design experience, is required. If degree is in mechanical engineering, then a PE registration in the discipline of Fire Protection Engineering is required

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment may vary based on the position, assigned duties, and work location. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Remain in a stationary position for extended periods
• Use computers, telephones, and other office equipment
• Move throughout offices, facilities, and project sites
• Reach, grasp, handle equipment, and operate controls
• Communicate effectively and review documents, equipment, and site conditions
• Lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds when required by the assignment
• Stand or walk for extended periods and occasionally climb, kneel, or crouch
• Navigate uneven or rough terrain when required
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Occasionally enter confined spaces or work at heights when required
• Wear required personal protective equipment
• Work in environments that may include noise, dust, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards, construction activity, or other site specific conditions

Limitations and Disclaimer

This job description describes the general nature and level of work associated with the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions. Employees may be assigned other job related duties consistent with applicable law.

The duties and requirements described above are representative of those that may be necessary to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Compensation, Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation packages - $135,000 - $165,000. This range represents good-faith compensation for the position at the time of posting. Individual compensation is determined based on several factors, including job responsibilities, relevant experience, education, certifications, technical skills, security clearance status, geographic location, market conditions, internal equity, and contract-specific requirements.
• Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan – BB&E is 100% employee-owned!
• Discretionary bonus
• *Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with health care concierge
• *Employer provided Short-Term & Long-Term disability
• *Employer provided Life insurance
• *Employee options for supplemental life, supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Identity theft protection benefits
• *Generous PTO plus 11 paid holidays
• Traditional & Roth 401(k) options with fully vested employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development
• Employee referral program
• Financial wellness resources
• Employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance discount

*Applies only to full-time employees

BB&E is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Aff…

BB&E supports pay transparency and is committed to equitable and competitive compensation practices. Compensation for this role will be determined based on several factors, including job responsibilities, relevant experience, education, certifications, technical skills, security clearance status, geographic location, market conditions, internal equity, and contract-specific requirements. Where required by law, compensation ranges will be provided to candidates during the hiring process.