Fire Protection Engineer

Interviewing NOW If Interested, contact Ben Weaver: "View email address on click.appcast.io" Job Title Fire Protection Engineer Job Description The role entails providing fire protection engineering support for design review, technical evaluation, and coordination of project deliverables. The engineer will perform independent reviews and assessments of fire protection systems during design, construction, and post‑construction phases. The position requires evaluating project documentation and field practices for compliance with applicable codes and standards, collaborating with project stakeholders, and providing written recommendations to enhance fire protection design and compliance. Responsibilities Perform independent reviews and assessments of fire protection systems during various project phases. Evaluate project documentation and field practices for compliance with NFPA, UFC, and other regulations. Collaborate with project stakeholders, including A/E teams and installation fire departments. Provide written recommendations to improve fire protection design and coordination. Review system test data, reports, and visual documentation related to fire suppression and detection systems. Prepare written summaries assessing system performance and compliance based on field documentation. Develop technical memoranda, evaluation reports, and compliance documentation for quality assurance. Offer subject matter expertise to design teams on fire protection design and code interpretation. Support internal team development by mentoring staff and delivering training sessions. Contribute to the development of reference materials, training content, and lessons learned. Perform all work independently under A/E supervision. Essential Skills Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required. Minimum of 7 years of experience in fire protection design and engineering. Strong knowledge of NFPA codes, UFC requirements, and relevant fire safety standards. Additional Skills & Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related field from an ABET‑accredited program. Experience supporting federal, military, or large‑scale infrastructure projects is preferred. Work Environment The work environment involves collaborating with various stakeholders, including architectural and engineering teams and fire departments. The role requires independent work under A/E supervision, focusing on design, construction, and post‑construction phases of projects. The position emphasizes compliance with NFPA, UFC, and other fire safety standards. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Fort Worth, TX. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $57.70 - $62.50/hr. Benefits and Eligibility Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long‑term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth, TX. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News‑Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options. 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