Senior Fire Protection Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international firm specializing in fire safety is seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineer. This role offers technical leadership, project management responsibilities, and opportunities for business development across several major cities. Ideal candidates will hold advanced degrees and extensive experience in fire protection engineering, along with a PE license in related states.

Benefits

Performance bonus

Sign-on bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in fire protection engineering consulting required.
• PE license preferred, particularly in California, Oregon, or Washington.
• Strong proficiency in modeling software and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering analyses and design work for fire safety compliance.
• Mentor and train junior engineers, fostering skills development.
• Oversee projects and ensure adherence to safety standards.

Skills

Fire safety design principles

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Education

B.S. and M.S. in Fire Safety/Protection Engineering

Tools

FDS

Pathfinder

Job description

Job DescriptionJob 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, among others. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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 , particularly in the 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