Sr. Fire Protection Engineer

Central Plateau Cleanup Company; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to environmental sustainability and safety. As a Sr. Fire Protection Engineer, you will play a crucial role in implementing fire protection programs and ensuring compliance with safety standards at the historic Hanford site. This position offers the opportunity to work with a talented team committed to making a difference in the community while enjoying the beautiful Pacific Northwest. With competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, you can thrive both professionally and personally in this dynamic role.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Casual Dress Work Environment

Flexible Work Schedule

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in fire protection engineering.
• Familiarity with International Building Code and NFPA standards.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Fire Protection Program through inspections and assessments.
• Develop and maintain fire protection documents and assessments.

Skills

Fire Protection Engineering

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

External Job Opportunity

Title	Sr. Fire Protection Engineer
Position Number	40069
Company	Central Plateau Cleanup Comp
City/State	Richland, WA
Location	Hanford site
Posted	04/22/2025
Closes	05/06/2025
Regular/Temporary	Regular
Full/Part-Time	Full-Time

Job Duties/Scope Of Work



WORK SAFE, MAKE A DIFFERENCE, AND BE A PART OF HISTORY WITH THE CPCCo TEAM!

At Central Plateau Cleanup Company (CPCCo), located in Richland, Washington, we are working to provide a sustainable future for the historic Hanford area through the protection of the Columbia River and the remediation of the Central Plateau. To achieve our mission, we need exceptionally talented, innovative, and driven people to help us reduce risks on the Hanford Site by removing some of the most hazardous waste streams and facilities in the Department of Energy (DOE) complex. If you would like to work with a highly skilled workforce to achieve unique and challenging goals that critically impact our environment and community, this is your chance to be a part of our legacy!

A Qualified Fire Protection Engineer may perform, but is not limited to, the following:

* Implement the CPCCo Fire Protection Program (FPP) through inspections, assessments, design and technical document reviews, and effective communication of fire protection controls and objectives to project personnel.

* Develop, review, maintain, and implement fire protection documents such as Fire Hazards Analysis and Facility Fire Protection Assessments.

* Support the CPCCo FPP by performing programmatic assessments, identifying and implementing improvements, and periodic procedure reviews.

* Assist in requests for exemptions, variances, deviations, or equivalency evaluations from fire protection standards and requirements.

* Support CPCCo safety culture by emphasizing the values of safety and quality in the performance of work in order to protect workers, property, the public, and the environment.

* Provide fire protection system maintenance oversight and reviews.





Basic Qualifications



* Career Level Grade 20: Bachelor's degree in an engineering or scientific discipline with 10 or more years of relevant experience.

* Senior Level Grade 21: Bachelor's degree in an engineering or scientific discipline with 12 or more years of relevant experience.


The higher posted level has greater scope, complexity, authority, impact. The level offered to the selected candidate will be based on the needs of the company and the candidate's education, training, and/or experience.





Desired Qualifications



The ideal candidate will have:

* Familiarity with International Building Code, NFPA, Federal and state occupational safety and health requirements that impact facility safety and equipment design.

* Meets the qualifications for Professional Member Grade in the Society of Fire Protection Engineers OR has a Professional Member grade in the Society of Fire Protection Engineers OR is a Registered Professional Fire Protection Engineer.

* Proven strong technical skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and effective communication and time-management skills.

* Current appointment as Hanford Deputy Fire Marshal, or similar AHJ experience.

* At least 5 years' experience performing Fire Protection Engineering duties at any DOE Complex, DOE National Laboratory, or commercial nuclear power plant.

* Understanding of and demonstrated previous application of DOE Orders/Standards.

* At least 1 year's relevant nuclear experience.





Compensation & Benefits



In accordance with the CPCCo salary determination process, CPCCo takes into consideration the level of assigned job duties and responsibilities, and the candidate's education, training, and/or experience relative to internal peers and the external labor market. CPCCo will not solicit salary history for candidates.

Expected annualized pay range based on full time schedule (40 hours per week):

* Career Level Grade 20: $129,063 - $162,688.

* Senior Level Grade 21: $142,038 - $179,113.

In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for variable pay awards.

CPCCo's generous benefits package offers medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) employer match and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please see https://cpcco.hanford.gov/page.cfm/Careers

A few benefits/perks you can anticipate, depending on the nature of your employment with CPCCo, include the following:

* A casual-dress work environment, where jeans are a regular thing.

* A standard 4-10's work schedule that allows for long weekends and recharging on the Columbia River, on a golf course, at 200+ surrounding wineries, or at other Pacific Northwest destinations where fishing, hunting, snowboarding, hiking, and other outdoor sporting opportunities are in abundance.

CPCCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Relocation Funding Provided	No
U.S. Citizenship Required	Yes
Clearance Required	No
Job Classification	Exempt
Shift Work Required	No

This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Applicants and employees have rights under Federal Employment Laws and are protected under federal law against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links:

• Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
• Pay Transparency Policy Statement
• Family Medical Leave Act
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act
• WA State Paid Family Medical Leave