Senior Fire Protection Engineer

Aurecon; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurecon seeks a Fire Protection Engineer to join their Building Fire Protection Services Team. This role involves innovative design of fire safety systems, ensuring compliance with standards while minimizing carbon footprints. The engineer will collaborate with diverse teams, providing solutions for impactful projects across various sectors.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Remote work options

22 weeks paid parental leave

Personalized learning program

Career mentoring

Wellbeing support programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Wet and Dry fire protection systems.
• Strong knowledge of Australian fire codes and standards.
• Mid to senior level experience required.

Responsibilities

• Design fire hydrant, sprinkler, and alarm systems following safety codes.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and local authorities.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to project specifications.

Skills

Fire protection systems design

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

RPEV and/or RPEQ accreditation

Graduate Certificate in Design Management

Tools

Revit

BIM

Job description

Want to bring ideas to life?

As an engineer you’re no doubt aware of Aurecon – we’ve been a leading design, engineering and advisory company for decades. But why should you choose to join us?

Every project Aurecon delivers leaves a legacy. Every project has sustainability embedded in decision making. And every project is at the leading-edge of technical eminence.

But it really comes down to one, crucial question: what kind of world do you want to create for the next generation? Truth is, the decisions being made right now will determine the future of everything – from the local community to the entire planet. One of those decisions is: who do you decide to work for?

How will your ideas contribute to shaping what’s next?

As our new Fire Protection Engineer, you’ll be a vital part of the Building Fire Protection Services Team who are changing the way we design and deliver works to minimise carbon footprint and sustainable across all types of Civic, Defence, Commercial, and Retail projects. Your role will include;

• Liaising of client, stakeholders, and relevant Local Authorities
• Working closely with architects, engineers, and project teams to incorporate fire services solutions seamlessly into building designs.
• Design of Fire Hydrant and Fire Hose Reel systems, sprinkler systems, fire detection and alarm system, and other special suppression systems and ensuring designs meet Australian fire codes, standards, and local authority requirements for safety and legal compliance
• Report writing and creation of project Specification
• Mentoring of peers

How will your future be shaped by us?

You really can bring your whole self to work and be confident your voice will be heard. We don’t just claim we’re inclusive and innovative, as proven by the independent awards and accreditations we’ve gained. We’ve been recognised for our innovation culture, gender equality and our LGBTI+ inclusion. Plus, we have a robust Reconciliation Action Plan – our fourth edition since 2014.

On a personal level you’ll have access to flexible work hours, remote work, working holidays, part-time and job share options. You’ll also have – a learning programme 100% personalised to you and the option to build your technical mastery in the Aurecon Design Academy which earns you a Graduate Certificate in Design Management from the prestigious RMIT University. Plus, you’ll be supported on every step of your career journey with mentoring, learning and our Careers Hub. Outside of work, you’ll be further supported with competitive 22 weeks paid parental leave, cultural public holiday swaps, plus wellbeing support programmes.

What are we looking for from you?

You’ll have a genuine passion for re-imagining problems and continuous learning to help shape the future.

We value that each of our team members brings something different to Aurecon. We look for people who have had a broad range of experiences throughout their career and can demonstrate how they have worked as part of a team to bring ideas to life.

As well as experience in a similar fire protection engineering role. Specifically;

• Proven experience designing and implementing Wet and Dry fire protection systems, including sprinklers, alarms, smoke control, and passive fire safety solutions.
• Strong knowledge of NCC, Local Authority and Australian Standard requirements for fire protection services.
• Team player who embraces the Aurecon diversity working culture.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams, liaising with architects, engineers, and clients to integrate services solutions seamlessly.
• Mid to Senior level of experience
• Experienced with the latest digital industry software (Revit, BIM, Revizto, PDF)
• RPEV and/or RPEQ accreditation

Think you know Aurecon? You may be surprised.

Aurecon’s strength has always been our people. It’s our people who build our shared purpose and bring ideas to life. It’s our people who imagine and co-create with our clients a better future for people and the planet. Of course, you’ll probably know lots of our award-winning projects. The new Allianz Stadium in Sydney? That was us. Tāmaki Regeneration in Auckland? That was us too. And the Tseung Kwan O Interchange in Hong Kong? You guessed it, us. So, when you join us, you’ll not only be joining an international design, engineering and advisory company but also a community working together to tackle some of the world’s most complex challenges.

Ready to bring ideas to life?

Then please apply. Remember, it’s you and how you bring ideas to life which are important. Your background, unique needs and individuality will be valued. Visit our website to learn more at www.aurecongroup.com