Staff Fire Protection Engineer (EIT)

McMillen, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Generous PTO

Stock ownership opportunity

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

McMillen, Inc. seeks a Staff Fire Protection Engineer (EIT) in Boise, Idaho. This role involves applying design techniques for fire safety projects, data collection, and analysis. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Fire Protection Engineering, with 0-5 years of experience, and possess strong communication skills. The position offers a salary between $66,000 – $82,000, along with comprehensive benefits including health, dental, 401(k), and stock ownership opportunities.

Qualifications

• 0-5 years in fire protection engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret contract documents.
• Knowledge of construction materials.

Responsibilities

• Collects data and gathers information or documents.
• Performs standard computations and analysis.
• Prepares drawings and visual aids.
• Edits specifications.
• Observes construction activities.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related discipline

EIT

Job description

McMillen, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Staff Fire Protection Engineer (EIT) to join our team. The Staff Fire Protection Engineer will work at the direction of project engineers and managers applying various design engineering techniques, modeling methods, and construction support to deliver successful fire protection & life safety projects for federal, intelligence, and defense departments, and power utility companies.

Who we are

McMillen, Inc. designs and builds solutions that shape the future of water resources. As an employee‑owned firm, we take pride in every project because we know our work truly matters. Our people thrive on solving complex challenges, pushing boundaries, and refining their craft. We don’t look for the complacent or the comfortable. We seek problem solvers, innovators, and experts who are always striving to be better. We support continuous learning, cutting‑edge technology, and a balanced work‑life environment so our employees can build careers they’re proud of.

We are focused in the dams, energy, fisheries, natural resources, and infrastructure markets. With staff across the United States, Canada, Europe, and beyond, we bring global best practices to our clients. Our people integrate engineering, environmental, and construction expertise to deliver practical, results‑driven outcomes. From concept to completion, projects are guided through feasibility studies, permitting, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring technical precision and real‑world functionality.

Responsibilities

• Collects data and gathers information or documents.
• Performs standard computations or analysis.
• Performs basic design tasks.
• Prepares drawings and visual aids.
• Prepares portions of project documents.
• Edits specifications.
• Performs research and investigations.
• Observes construction activities.
• Performs basic site inspection work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
• EIT required
• 0-5 years in fire protection engineering
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Skill in reading, interpreting and communicating contract documents, plans and specifications
• Knowledge of the application of engineering and construction materials related to construction projects
• Possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks independently
• Must have a flexible work schedule, be willing to travel up to 20%
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• Ability to get along and work effectively with others.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The inability to cope with a stressful work environment does not constitute a protected disability.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to travel with luggage and be able to transport materials and personal overnight supplies.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation Package

• Pay Range: $66,000 – $82,000. (DOE)
• Benefits: McMillen provides a full Benefits Program comprising medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, HSA, 401(k) and match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, opportunity for stock ownership, and wellness reimbursement.

EEO Statement

McMillen, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and will make all employment related decisions without race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa sponsorship, including renewal during employment, will not be provided for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.