Senior Fire Protection Project Engineer — Client-Facing Leader

McMillen, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Stock ownership potential

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Senior Fire Protection Project Engineer to oversee projects from concept through completion, providing technical expertise, client engagement, and project leadership.

This client-facing role demands strong communication and the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams. The firm focuses on dam, energy, fisheries, and infrastructure markets, offering an employee-owned culture and a commitment to continuous learning and cutting-edge technology.

Qualifications

• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• Ability to get along and work effectively with others.
• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 15–18 years of progressive experience in fire protection engineering and project management.
• Fire Protection Professional Engineering Licensure.
• Knowledge of industry standards, building codes, and safety standards such as NFPA, NEC, NESC, UL, UFC and UFGS.
• Strong client-facing skills with a track record of cultivating and growing client relationships.
• Willingness to travel 10–25% for client and project needs.
• Physical Demands:

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and execution of complex fire protection engineering projects.
• Serve as the primary client interface, cultivating and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Manage all phases of project delivery, including scope, budget, schedule, and quality.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Provide technical leadership in fire protection system design, code compliance, and risk analysis.
• Mentor and support junior engineers and project staff.
• Represent the firm in client meetings, industry events, and professional associations.

Skills

Client interface

Project management

Fire protection design

Code compliance

Team mentoring

Business relationships

Education

Bachelor’s in Fire Protection Engineering

Job description

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Senior Fire Protection Project Engineer to oversee projects from concept through completion, providing technical expertise, client engagement, and project leadership.

This client-facing role demands strong communication and the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams. The firm focuses on dam, energy, fisheries, and infrastructure markets, offering an employee-owned culture and a commitment to continuous learning and cutting-edge technology.