Electrical Engineer - Life Safety Systems

Life Safety Engineer

We're seeking a Life Safety Engineer to join our on-site team in Boise, Idaho. You'll support design tasks such as fire alarm and evacuation, smoke detection, VESDA, gas detection, toxic gas sensors, and leak detection systems. You will be accountable for schedule and technical quality of challenging engineering tasks, while participating in design reviews and ensuring life safety systems meet code and operational requirements. You will have opportunity to grow technical expertise with exposure to multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and engineer fire alarm, detection, suppression, gas detection, smoke control, and other life safety systems
• Apply applicable codes and standards (IBC, IFC, NFPA, NEC, Life Safety Codes) to develop compliant and constructible designs
• Produce calculations, equipment sizing, system layouts, specifications, and construction documents in 2D and 3D formats
• Develop and review BIM models using AutoCAD and Revit MEP in coordination with architects and other engineering disciplines
• Support Engineer of Record responsibilities and progressively take ownership of technical scope on assigned projects
• Interface directly with clients, vendors, and local/state code officials
• Review vendor submittals and ensure alignment with project specifications and client requirements
• Participate in field activities and provide support during construction, commissioning, and startup as required
• Manage multiple concurrent tasks while meeting project quality, scope, and schedule expectations
• Collaborate with senior engineers and mentor junior staff as part of your professional growth
• Support compliance with safety, operational, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification, or NICET certification in Fire Alarm Systems.
• 5+ years of experience in fire alarm life safety systems engineering.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit MEP
• Working knowledge of IBC, IFC, NFPA 72 – Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, NFPA 101 – Life Safety Code, NFPA 70 (NEC)
• Experience designing or supporting fire alarm and detection systems, including VESDA or similar aspirating systems
• Understanding of construction documents, specifications, and coordination processes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Additional Details:

• This is an on-site position requiring work to be performed on the client site in Boise, ID.
• Requires field mobility including walking long distances, climbing ladders, working in tight spaces and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Travel may be required.
• Must pass background check, drug screening and be fully authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship).

Benefits:

PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply.

Americans Disabilities Act (ADA): The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.