Senior Fire Protection Engineer | Hybrid (Healthcare/Lab)

DLH; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Job summary

DLH in Bethesda, Maryland, invites a Senior Fire Protection Engineer to join a hybrid team focused on federal health and national security programs. The role involves reviewing designs for 50+ buildings, conducting inspections, and leading fire protection testing while ensuring life safety compliance with NFPA codes.

A PE license and Public Trust eligibility are required. We offer a flexible hybrid schedule with minimal travel, competitive compensation, and a benefit package including PTO,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related engineering field required.
• 4+ years of Fire Protection experience required.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Fire Protection required.
• Experience with healthcare/lab environments; familiarity with NFPA 30 & 45 a plus.
• Valid driver’s license required; ability to obtain Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural/engineering designs and fire protection system shop drawings for over 50 buildings.
• Conduct construction inspections and issue final occupancy permits.
• Witness acceptance tests for fire alarm and sprinkler system modifications.
• Evaluate existing building conditions through life safety and hazard analysis surveys.
• Provide technical guidance using various NFPA codes.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related engineering field

4+ years of Fire Protection experience

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Fire Protection

Experience supporting healthcare and/or laboratory environments, including familiarity with NFPA codes 30 and 45

Valid Driver’s License

Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance

Job description

DLH in Bethesda, Maryland, invites a Senior Fire Protection Engineer to join a hybrid team focused on federal health and national security programs. The role involves reviewing designs for 50+ buildings, conducting inspections, and leading fire protection testing while ensuring life safety compliance with NFPA codes.

A PE license and Public Trust eligibility are required. We offer a flexible hybrid schedule with minimal travel, competitive compensation, and a benefit package including PTO,