Senior Fire & Life Safety Specialist

Responsibilities Develop non-routine and complex Fire Protection designs for facilities such as fire suppression systems, fire alarm and detection systems, and alternate extinguishing systems in compliance with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards. Develop non-routine and complex Life Safety design for facilities such as occupancy calculations, travel distances, code compliance drawings, and passive fire protection systems in compliance with the International Building & Fire codes and other Standards. Develop non-routine and complex drawings using computer-aided design software. Lead projects dedicated to Fire & Life Safety area of expertise. Perform other duties as needed. Preferred Qualifications Minimum of 15 years of Fire & Life Safety design experience in systems design or regulatory enforcement. Previous experience with an architectural/engineering consulting firm or a former role specific to Fire & Life Safety. Required Qualifications Associate degree in a closely related field or a high school diploma with a combination of education and relevant experience. Advanced levels of NFPA, ICC Certifications or other specialized credentials related to the field of Fire & Life Safety. Strong computer skills using AutoCAD, Revit 3D Modeling and Microsoft Office. Ability to lead designs specific to the area of expertise. An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must. Primary Location: United States – Texas – San Antonio Other Locations: United States – Texas – Austin Industry: Building Engineering Schedule: Full‑time Employee Status: Regular Business Class: Fire and Life Safety Job Posting: May 21, 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr HDR, Inc.