Senior Fire Protection Engineer - Buildings

Black & Veatch Corporation; Overland Park (KS); Hybrid; USD 156,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matched plan

Adoption reimbursement

Vendor discounts

Employee referral program

AD&D insurance

Pre-taxed accounts

Voluntary legal plan

BV Credit Union

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Black & Veatch Family of Companies in Overland Park, KS seeks a Buildings Sr. Fire Protection Engineer to lead design execution, evaluate facilities, and determine fire protection requirements for power, oil & gas, data centers, and water treatment projects.

You will produce detailed fire protection specs, piping diagrams, hydraulic calculations, and review drawings for code compliance while coordinating with clients and authorities having jurisdiction. A strong mentorship role is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program.
• Active engineering licensure or registration to support EOR requirements.
• Minimum 11 years of related work experience.
• Security clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Lead design execution, review facility and equipment for fire protection requirements.
• Generate detailed fire protection specs, P&ID diagrams, and hydraulic calculations.
• Review sprinkler and alarm drawings for codes compliance.
• Coordinate with city officials and internal/external clients.
• Mentor junior engineers and manage project scope, budget and schedule.

Skills

Fire protection design

Codes & standards knowledge

REVIT / AutoCAD / Autodesk

Technical mentorship

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

REVIT

AutoCAD

Autodesk products

Job description

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Date: Aug 28, 2026

Location: Overland Park, KS, US Arlington, VA, US Greenwood Village, CO, US Dallas, TX, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

We believe real value is powered by the unique skills and experiences of our professionals. The interchange of ideas from a diverse group of people gives our teams an expanded perspective and the ability to find better solutions for our clients.

Company : B&V Special Projects Corp.

Job Title : Buildings Sr. Fire Protection Engineer

Location : KCP, RGARLINGTN, RGDALL, RGGREENWD

Business Unit Sector : SPC-BVOPS-ENGR & DEV SVCS

Department: WST BV OPS EDS MECHANICAL

Opportunity Type : Staff

Project Only Hire: No

The Opportunity

In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead design execution efforts, along with:

• Review and evaluate the facility and equipment to determine the appropriate fire protection requirements.
• Support projects such as Power Plants, Oil and Gas processing facilities, Data Centers or Water Treatmentfacilities.
• Proactively communicate fire protection requirements and guidance to both internal and external clients.
• Generate detailed fire protection specifications, piping and instrument diagrams, and perform hydraulic calculations.
• Review detailed sprinkler and alarm drawings/calculations for accuracy and compliance with codes.
• Communicate with city and local official.
• Independently apply knowledge and maintain a culture that supports the implementation of quality.

The Team

The Mechanical Engineering Department is a global team that delivers high quality, on time design and services projects in the areas of Power, Gas, Fuels & Chemicals, Water and Waste Water, Data Centers, and Mining including everything Mechanically related to Process and Power (from Conventional, Combined Heat and Power, Hydro, Hydrogen, Nuclear, Solar/Renewable, LNG, Ammonia, Fertilizer) projects to specialized Air Quality Control, HVAC, Fire Protection, Piping, Thermal and Renewable performance estimating and testing. The Buildings Mechanical Engineering team is responsible for designing systems that associated with heating,ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) in buildings. They also design plumbing and fire protection systems toensure the safety and comfort of occupants. Additionally, the team focuses on energy efficiency and sustainabilityto optimize building performance while meeting the specific needs and requirements of each project.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance on design standards, engineering codes, and B&V policies; develop and maintain engineering standards and mentor others across projects/disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with the B&V quality program, establish supporting processes, and promote continuous improvement, risk management, and change management.
• Lead the development of complex engineering deliverables, including research, calculations, and equipment/material selection; oversee data management and analysis.
• Manage project scope, budget, schedule, and quality; develop advanced solutions to complex problems and establish project work plans.
• Lead or coordinate multidisciplinary teams, review junior engineers’ work, and support team development through effective task delegation and mentorship.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, define project schedules, and align execution with client priorities and business objectives.
• Identify client drivers and future needs, support business development efforts, and position B&V for continued growth.
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert, applying advanced engineering concepts to complex challenges and contributing to industry thought leadership.
• Support talent management activities including mentoring, career development, and succession planning for engineering staff.

Preferred Qualifications

Expert knowledge in some of the following areas:

• State and local codes and standards. (i.e.: IBC, IFC, NFPA, etc.…)
• Fire protection design for Power Plants, Oil and Gas processing facility, Water treatment facility or DataCenters
• Construction & constructability practices & principles.
• Procurement & contract administration.
• Federal industry experience
• Familiarity with the Unified Facilities Criteria
• Design Build Experience
• Fire / smoke modeling
• Knowledge of REVIT / AutoCAD / Autodesk products

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing or equivalent experience in Engineering work
• Minimum of 11 years related work experience
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
• Holds an active engineering registration or licensure to support engineer of record (EOR) requirements for BV projects in applicable countries, and supports where necessary.

Certifications

• Security Clearance or ability to get one

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• This position would require working in a typical office environment.
• The position may entail prolonged periods of sitting and computer use, and the professional would ideally be able to maintain focus and attention todetail throughout the workday.
• The position may also be require physical tasks during site visits, including crouching, grasping, and standing/walking for extended periods of time.
• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

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Salary Plan

REG: Registered Engineering

Job Grade

017

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A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

In accordance with local law, the following compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $156,299.00-$284,736.00