Fire Protection Engineer III

Overview About M.C. Dean M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration. Why Join Us? Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries. Role Summary The Fire Protection Engineer III is responsible for the design, review, support, and technical oversight of fire protection systems with a strong focus on fire alarm and life safety systems. This role provides hands-on engineering support, ensures strict compliance with applicable codes and standards, and supports high-quality execution across service, installation, and retrofit projects. The position requires deep technical expertise in Siemens and Johnson Controls (JCI) fire alarm platforms, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in complex, compliance-driven environments. Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements including U.S. citizenship for access to classified information. (Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance required.) Responsibilities Design, review, and support fire protection system solutions in accordance with applicable codes and standards Provide hands-on engineering support for fire alarm system installations, retrofits, and service projects Develop, review, and approve system layouts, calculations, and technical documentation Perform detailed code analysis to ensure compliance with NFPA standards, local codes, and customer requirements Serve as a technical subject matter expert for Siemens and JCI fire alarm systems Support system programming, configuration, testing, and commissioning activities as needed Review submittals, shop drawings, and as-built documentation for accuracy and compliance Perform quality control reviews and audits of field installations and service work Support AHJ reviews, inspections, and acceptance testing Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to field technicians and project teams Stay current with evolving codes, standards, and manufacturer technologies Support continuous improvement of engineering standards, quality processes, and technical tools Benefits A competitive salary Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance Paid-time off Tuition reimbursement 401k Retirement Plan Military Reserve pay offset Paid maternity leave Qualifications B.S. in Electrical or Fire Protection Engineering or related discipline with 5+ years of experience Minimum of 2+ years of experience in the design and review of Fire Protection Proven experience designing and supporting fire alarm and life safety systems Hands-on experience with Siemens and JCI fire alarm systems Strong working knowledge of applicable NFPA standards (including NFPA 72 and related codes) Ability to pass background checks and meet site-specific access requirements This position has been identified as requiring an additional client background check Certification Possess NICET Fire Alarm Systems Level II (Preferred) or Level III (Preferred) Pass exam within 90 days of employment Working Conditions Combination of office base work with field work up to 25% of the time Regular interaction with project sites, service teams, and inspectors May require travel to support inspections, testing, and project execution Abilities Exposure to computer screens for an extended period Sitting for extended periods Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction Finger dexterity to operate a keyboard and other tools Listening, speaking, reading, and comprehension skills Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce sensible answers Ability to identify and understand speech Pay Range USD $104,240.00 - USD $156,360.00 /Yr. #J-18808-Ljbffr M.C. Dean, Inc