Senior Fire Protection Engineer

Jobot; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineer to join their Orlando office. This role involves performing engineering calculations, designing fire protection systems, and supervising project teams to ensure timely and budget-compliant project completion. The firm values personal connections and prioritizes client success through innovative solutions. With a focus on professional integrity and high standards, this position offers the opportunity to lead projects in a dynamic environment while mentoring junior engineers. If you're passionate about engineering and looking to make a significant impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience as a licensed engineer.
• Ability to meet fast-paced deadlines while maintaining quality design.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and design systems with minimal supervision.
• Supervise subordinate personnel and assist other engineers or designers.

Skills

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

AutoCAD

REVIT

Engineering Modeling tools

Researching and writing reports/opinions

Excellent written and oral communication

Microsoft Office tools

Time Management

Equipment selection

Judgment and decision making

Management of personnel resources

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Job description

Job details

This Jobot Job is hosted by George Yenque.

Salary: $90,000 - $150,000 per year

A Bit About Us

Full service Architecture & Engineering firm that works on commercial, civic, health care, retail and mix use facilities across the U.S.

Why join us?

Client success starts with setting a framework of priorities. Our staff of experienced and skilled professionals develops a plan with the best solution for each of our clients’ problems. We value personal connections and prefer to keep things on a first-name basis, whether you are a brand, a developer, or an industry partner.

Job Details

National A&E firm needs a Sr. Fire Protection Engineer, P.E for their Orlando, FL office.

Responsibilities/Skills

Individuals assigned to this classification will perform engineering calculations and must be able to layout and design systems in accordance with established policies, standards, procedures, code and shall exercise judgment in their application with minimal to no supervision. Individuals should be able to apply practical knowledge and experience in their field to resolve problems and conflicts related to the projects assigned to them. They should be capable of independent decision-making for engineering tasks on the projects assigned to them. Individuals may occasionally supervise subordinate personnel or assist other engineers or designers. Knowledge of discipline specific codes and other building codes is required. Must be versed in fire code consulting services, fire sprinkler design, fire alarm and detection system design, and smoke control system design.

Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good leadership skills to educate clients on design and other project requirements. Meet with the Project Engineer and the Project Manager to discuss the design scope, schedule, budget, phasing, site issues, and design review issues.

Work with Project Manager and Project Engineer to prepare design budgets and schedules. Estimate discipline man-hours required to complete the design requirements of a project. Provide leadership and assign design job functions to designated designers and supervise their efforts in completing the project on time and within budget. Implement system types as selected by the Project Engineer and provide complete construction documents that match the client and project team’s requirements. Review preliminary and final engineering design with other disciplines for function, clearances, coordination, and final design selection. Perform a final review of the engineering drawings. Client contact.

Qualifications

A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Fire Protection, Structural or Architectural Engineering, minimum 8 years of work experience and shall be a licensed engineer.

Perform quality assurance on projects in coordination with technical manager or project engineer. Mentor and motivate Engineering designers I, II and III. Set high standards, professional integrity and seek the best interest of the company and client. Ability to meet fast-paced deadlines while maintaining quality design. Additional duties as required.

Skills

Active Listening, Critical Thinking, Proficient in AutoCAD and REVIT, Proficient in Engineering Modeling tools, Researching and writing reports/opinions, Excellent written and oral communication, Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, Excellent Time Management, Equipment selection, Excellent judgment and decision making, Excellent management of personnel resources – Motivating, developing and directing team members.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.