Fire Protection Engineer

Client: A client in the healthcare architecture and engineering industry
Location: Fort Collins, CO
Work mode: On-site
Work authorization: US Citizen/Permanent Resident
Employment type: Full-time
Compensation: $120k-$180k

A client in the healthcare architecture and engineering industry is hiring for a Fire Protection Engineer position in Fort Collins, CO. This is a full-time, on-site position. Compensation: $120k-$180k. Relocation assistance is available.

Responsibilities:
- Technical Analysis: Perform critical system calculations, Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA), and equipment selections for high-stakes healthcare facilities.
- Code Compliance: Ensure all designs maintain strict adherence to NFPA standards (including NFPA 13, 20, and 99), ASHRAE, and the International Building Code (IBC).
- Field Engineering: Conduct field investigations, site visits, and construction inspections to verify that implementation aligns with design specifications.
- Leadership & Mentorship: Serve as the Engineer of Record on projects and provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff.
- Multidisciplinary Coordination: Coordinate effectively with architects, electrical engineers, and clients to integrate fire protection and plumbing systems into the overarching building design.

Requirements:

• Experience: 8+ years as a licensed Professional Engineer (PE), with a mandatory background in healthcare-specific projects.
• Licensure: Current PE License and Fire Protection Engineering (FPE) License are both required.
• Registration: NCEES Registration is required.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Technical Skills: High proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD MEP, Trace 3D, and MS Office Suite.
• Logistics: U.S. Citizenship is required (Federal Contractor status); ability to travel up to 20% depending on project needs.
• Certifications: Certified Plumbing Designer (CPD) credential.
• Sustainability: LEED, Green Globes, or other sustainability-related credentials.