Fire Protection Engineering

This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

The Fire Protection Engineer will provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning of fire protection systems. The candidate will have the opportunity to work on projects in a variety of market sectors including DOD, Federal and Private Space Industry projects. This position is offered in a hybrid work environment, with a combination of in-office collaboration and remote work flexibility.

The study, evaluation, design, and construction administration services for fire protection systems on a variety of laboratory, federal government, private space industry, and specialized facility.

Perform hydraulic calculations for sprinkler and standpipe systems and prepare construction documents (drawings, specifications, design narratives, supporting calculations) for fire protection systems.

Review, analyze, and establish applicable NFPA codes, IBC/IFC requirements, UFC Criteria, and other fire protection/life safety code standards requirements for each specific project.

Perform life safety/code compliance evaluations, including occupancy, egress, fire ratings, fire areas, and hazardous material considerations.

Coordinate fire protection requirements with architectural, engineering, civil, and process/mission equipment disciplines.

Conduct field investigations and existing system assessments to identify required modifications or upgrades.

Performing QA/QC of fire suppression, fire alarm, and detection systems design work.

Participating in project teams and serving as the primary fire protection engineering contact with clients, AHJ's, and project stakeholders.

A minimum of 5 years' fire protection design experience.

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

Strong knowledge of NFPA codes and other fire protection/life safety codes and standards.

Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and MS Office.

Experience with CAD, Revit, Bluebeam Revu, or other Fire Protection system modeling/drafting software is highly preferred.

Proven ability to successfully lead teams and manage projects.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be a US Citizen for Security Clearance requirements.

Active/Interim or ability to obtain Secret Security Clearance.

Travel : Up to 25%

This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and company holidays

Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

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