Fire Designer/Engineer (Entry to mid level)

At Henderson, we're about more than just buildings
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We provide total building system design and construction services across multiple high-growth markets throughout the country for industry leaders. You'll get to use your talent to work on projects for some of the biggest names in mission-critical, higher education, sports, healthcare, grocery, restaurant, and retail within the sectors we serve in business, community, grocery, health, retail, and venue.

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We're about more than just buildings. We're about you. You, and the hundreds of passionate employee-owners who make us who we are. We've always been committed to providing an inclusive workplace where people can bring their full self to work and helps people reach their full potential - both as professionals and individuals. Together, we provide dream up innovative solutions for our clients industry-wide problems, design and construct spaces that become landmarks, and toast the good life at our happy hours. Take a peek into what makes us different here:

Posted Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 1:00 AM | Expires Friday, April 2, 2027 at 12:59 AM

Position Summary:

Fire Designer I: Responsible for designing basic building systems, preparing technical documents and performing engineering calculations in coordination with project teams.

Fire Designer/Engineer II: Responsible for designing intermediate building systems, preparing design documents and performing engineering calculations in coordination with project teams. They are responsible for occasional task management and mentoring of less experienced designers.

Fire Designer/Engineer III: Responsible for designing basic to advanced building systems, preparing design documents and performing engineering calculations in coordination with project teams and other disciplines. They may support project management activities and are responsible for task management and mentoring of less experienced designers, which may include directly supervising/managing others.

(Multiple Openings) Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Key Responsibilities (Fire Designer I):

• Performs calculations and designs basic engineering systems in collaboration with experienced design staff.
• Prepares system layouts, detailed drawings and schematics.
• Reviews shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
• Prepares or modifies reports, plans and designs for projects.
• Acts as a mentor to less experienced designers.
• Supports business development or pursuit activities.
• Participates in client, company and/or industry events to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Fosters a client-centric mindset and approach.
• Communicates with clients as needed for the development and coordination of requirements and scope of work.
• Supports answering questions from clients and architects.
• Occasionally visits job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
• Identifies and seeks to fill gaps in industry and/or discipline knowledge on a continuous basis.
• Maintains knowledge and understanding of common industry software, including Revit, Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office products.
• Research and reviews new products, industry trends and evolving codes and standards.

Key Responsibilities (Fire Designer II / Engineer II):

• Performs calculations and designs basic to intermediate design systems with minimal supervision.
• Prepares system layouts, detailed drawings and schematics.
• Reviews shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
• Prepares or modifies reports, plans and designs for projects.
• Performs research and makes recommendations as to the feasibility of systems or equipment. Evaluates products for their application.
• Provides technical guidance to others when appropriate.
• Collaborates on business development or pursuit activities.
• Participates in client, company and/or industry events to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Fosters a client-centric mindset and approach.
• Communicates with clients as needed for the development and coordination of requirements and scope of work. Maintains proactive communication throughout the project cycle.
• Answers questions from clients and architects.
• Visits job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
• Assists in resolving conflicts involving owners, architects and contractors as needed.
• Identifies and seeks to fill gaps in industry and/or discipline knowledge on a continuous basis.
• Maintains knowledge and understanding of industry software, including Revit, Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office Products. Acts as a resource for training or assisting others as needed.
• Research and reviews new products, industry trends and evolving codes and standards.
• Understands and applies Henderson's design guidelines, standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs a limited range of project management responsibilities under the supervision of experienced managers. Asks questions when performing unfamiliar tasks.
• May support or be responsible for project coordination activities such as managing emails, coordinating scope and schedule, attending client meetings, ensuring project quality, responding to client questions and coordinating project delivery.
• Consistently performs to a higher standard of industry-wide expectations associated with carrying a PE license and being enabled as an Engineer of Record (EOR), including making reasonable engineering decisions and delivering the highest quality of work and accountability to projects.
• According to business need, may be required and enabled as an Engineer of Record, having additional involvement, oversight, responsibility and accountability for the overall signing and sealing of the project.

Key Responsibilities (Fire Designer III/Engineer III):

• Performs calculations and designs basic to advanced engineering systems with a high degree of independence.
• Prepares basic to advanced system layouts, detailed drawings and schematics.
• Reviews shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
• Prepares, reviews, and/or modifies reports, plans and designs for projects.
• Produces design documents.
• Performs research and makes recommendations as to the feasibility of systems or equipment. Evaluates products for their application.
• Provides technical guidance to others and serves as a team leader.
• Assists with developing, establishing and maintaining relationships with strategic partners and customers in support of business development and/or pursuit activities.
• Participates in client, company and/or industry events to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Fosters a client-centric mindset and approach individually and within their team.
• Communicates with clients as needed for the development and coordination of requirements and scope of work. Maintains proactive communication throughout the project cycle.
• Anticipates and answers questions from clients and architects.
• Visits job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
• Assists in resolving conflicts involving owners, architects and contractors as needed.
• Identifies and seeks to fill gaps in industry and/or discipline knowledge on a continuous basis.
• Proactively seeks opportunities for continuous learning and understanding of industry software, including Revit, Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office Products. Acts as a resource for training or assisting others as needed.
• Research and reviews new products, industry trends and evolving codes and standards.
• Proactively shares information and updates and related ideas and suggestions for technical and process improvements with peers and leaders.
• Understands and applies Henderson's design guidelines, standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs a limited range of project management responsibilities under the supervision of experienced project managers. Asks questions when performing unfamiliar tasks.
• May support or be responsible for project coordination activities such as managing emails, coordinating scope and schedule, coordinating design team, attending client meetings, ensuring project quality, responding to client questions and coordinating project delivery.
• Consistently performs to a higher standard of industry-wide expectations associated with carrying a PE license and being enabled as an Engineer of Record (EOR), including making reasonable engineering decisions and delivering the highest quality of work and accountability to projects.
• According to business need, may be required and enabled as an Engineer of Record, having additional involvement, oversight, responsibility and accountability for the overall signing and sealing of the project.

Fire Designer I Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering (i.e.: mechanical, electrical, fire protection or architectural) and 1 year of relevant experience or 4 years of experience with high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam preferred.
• Additional certifications and accreditations aligned with the relevant technical field (e.g., BEMP, CPD, CDP, NICET, RCDD, etc.) preferred.
• Basic proficiency in engineering design: basic knowledge of the A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards. Knowledge may be applicable to a limited range of practice, project or program types.
• Proficiency with Revit and Bluebeam Revu preferred.
• High technical aptitude: ability to learn, understand and utilize various systems and processes.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with all levels in a clear and concise manner.
• Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Team oriented and willingness and ability to function in a highly collaborative environment, in group projects and leading less experienced designers.
• Ability to receive constructive feedback and adjust to coaching.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and engineering design software applicable to your discipline or focus.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.

Fire Designer / Engineer II Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering (i.e.: mechanical, electrical, fire protection or architectural) and 3 years of relevant experience or 6 years of experience with high school diploma or equivalent is required.

• PE license required and may be counted toward 1 year of relevant experience.
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam preferred.
• Additional certifications and accreditations aligned with the relevant technical field (e.g., BEMP, CPD, CDP, NICET, RCDD, etc.) preferred.
• Certifications and accreditations aligned with sustainability backgrounds (e.g., CDP, LEED, WELL, etc.) preferred.
• Intermediate knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards required. Knowledge applicable to a range of practices, project or program types preferred.
• Intermediate proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam Revu required.
• High technical aptitude: ability to learn, understand and utilize various systems and processes.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with designers at all levels in a clear and concise manner.
• Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Team oriented and willingness and ability to function in a highly collaborative environment, in group projects and leading less experienced designers. Ability to also work independently as needed.
• Adapts to changing work environments, priorities and organizational needs.
• Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback and adjust to coaching.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and engineering design software applicable to your discipline or focus.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.

Fire Designer III / Engineer III Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering (i.e., mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural) and 6 years of relevant experience or 8 years of experience with high school diploma or equivalent.
• PE license required and may be counted toward 1 year of relevant experience.
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam preferred.
• Additional certifications and accreditations aligned with the relevant technical field (e.g., BEMP, CPD, CDP, NICET, RCDD, etc.) preferred.
• Certifications and accreditations aligned with sustainability backgrounds (e.g., CDP, LEED, WELL, etc.) preferred.
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards required, as well as a broad understanding of other engineering disciplines.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam Revu required.
• High technical aptitude: ability to learn, understand and utilize various systems and processes. Comfortability with training others on systems and processes.
• Team oriented and willingness and ability to function in a highly collaborative environment, in group projects and leading less experienced designers. Ability to also work independently as needed.
• Adapts to changing work environments, priorities and organizational needs.
• Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and engineering design software applicable to your discipline or focus.
• Must be a self-starter, proactive and willing to help others as needed.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in the job description.

Pay Transparency:
Individual salaries may be higher or lower than the stated range depending on factors unrelated to the applicant's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, or disability. Salary can vary from this range based on geographic cost of labor statistical differentials.

Denver: $72,160 - $145,200

Los Angeles: $76,096 - $153,120

Washington DC: $76,096 - $153,120

Vegas: $68,880 - $138,600

New York City: $80,032 - $161,040

Let's Talk Perks

We take care of our people. As a Henderson employee, you'll enjoy some pretty awesome perks. Trust us, your friends will all have work envy.

Culture

• Flexible Work Hours (Because we all need to balance work and life.)
• Casual Dress Code (Be yourself, please.)
• Paid Volunteer Time (We literally pay you to volunteer.)
• Paid Parental Leave (Because we know both parents deserve to be there for a new child.)
• Health and Wellness Initiatives (Get Fit and Stay Fit.)
• Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership (Our doors are always open.)
• Clear Career Path Options (We want you to excel.)
• Benefits
• Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing (When the company succeeds, we all share in that success.)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Yes, our employees are the owners.)
• Paid Training for Professional Development (We'll pay for the time you take getting better at what you do.)
• Performance Bonuses (When you do well, we reward you for your work.)
• Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance (We've got you covered.)
• Paid Term Life and Disability (We've got your family covered, too.)
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts (We'll help you take advantage of tax savings.)
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time off (Take a break. You deserve it!)
• Financial Wellness & Coaching Program (Financial security makes you a happier team member.)

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Applicants for positions with Henderson Engineers/Henderson Building Solutions must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of eligibility will be required at the time of commencement of employment.

All offers will be contingent upon completion of the hiring process including verifications and background checks as required for employment.

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Pay Transparency:

Individual salaries may be higher or lower than the stated range depending on factors unrelated to the applicant's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, or disability. Salary can vary from this range based on geographic cost of labor statistical differentials.

Los Angeles: $76,096 to $153,120

Denver: $72,160 to $145,200

Las Vegas: $68,880 to $138,600

New York: $80,032 to $161,040

D.C.: $76,096 to $153,120

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