Senior Fire Protection Engineer

NV5; Phoenixville (Chester County); Remote; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical & dental insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

401K plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

NV5 is seeking a Fire Protection Engineering Consultant to lead customer-facing project work and ensure compliance with fire protection standards. You will collaborate with AHJs and clients, deliver technical reports, and help resolve design and regulatory questions.

The role emphasizes independence, organization, and strong communication while supporting projects across the US and Canada. Remote work from home is supported with substantial travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of experience and certification.
• Have passed the EIT Examination and be able to sit for the Professional Engineering examination within 4 years.
• Ability to travel 50% - mainly US/Canada; travel typically Monday to Friday for week-long trips; average 2-3 day site trips.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering/design on projects to deliver effective and cost-efficient solutions.
• Develop and deliver reports on updates to ensure compliance and operational functionality of fire protection systems.
• Provide code references and document research, reports and interpretations for fire protection.
• Meet with authorities and clients to resolve compliance questions.
• Maintain knowledge of changing codes, standards and industry practices.

Skills

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

EIT Certification

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Position Summary

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.

As a Fire Protection Engineering Consultant, you will be responsible for customer-facing project work. This key position works closely with AHJ’S and clients to ensure projects are compliant and being completed as expected. The right candidate for this position can meet the required deadlines and communicate effectively with customers and jurisdictional authorities. Must be organized, detail oriented, highly motivated and able to work independently and efficiently from home.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for collaborating with engineering and/or design on specific projects, delivering effective and cost-efficient alternatives and solutions for the
• Develop and deliver reports to clients on recommended updates to ensure compliance and /or operational functionality of fire, suppression and/or life safety systems
• Provide code and standard references, as well as document research, reports and interpretations for fire protection
• Meet with jurisdiction authorities and clients as needed to resolve compliance questions
• Continuously review, and maintain a working knowledge of, changing codes, standards, industry specifications and practices to ensure

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or a combination of equivalent experience and nationally recognized certification(s)
• Have passed the EIT Examination, and able to sit for Professional Engineering examination within 4- years
• Ability to travel 50% - Mainly US/Canada - Varies monthly - Travel typically M-F for week-long trips but average is 2-3 day trips to site locations.
• Authorization to work in the United States

Due to project locations and travel requirements, candidates need to be within 1 hour of a major US airport.

Desired Qualifications Includes

• Working knowledge of Fire, Life Safety and Building Codes and NFPA Standards
• Field engineering/consulting experience in fire protection
• Experience with or knowledge of passive fire protection
• Ability to manage time and meet deadlines and budgets
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Working competency with MS Office & MS Project software

Benefits

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid Life & AD&D
• Company paid Disability
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Company Overview

NV5 delivers technology-enabled engineering, consulting, and geospatial solutions that help clients plan, design, and optimize infrastructure, buildings, utilities, and environmental systems. We bring together technical expertise, data, and innovative thinking to create resilient, high-performance assets. As part of TiC Solutions, alongside Acuren, we share a purpose: to shape and strengthen the physical world.

Our work starts with our people. We invest in their growth and never compromise on safety. We work as one team across disciplines and geographies, bringing diverse perspectives and a shared purpose to complex challenges.

At NV5, we take pride in high-quality work that creates lasting value for our clients. We challenge the status quo, continuously improve, and turn insight into smarter designs, plans, and solutions. Join us to contribute your expertise and collaborate with our teams to help shape the infrastructure and systems the world relies on.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.