Senior Fire Protection Engineer

Description

• Learn Salas O’Brien client base and the services provided.
• Analyze and advise on Occupancy Hazard Classification and subsequently determine sprinkler system demands.
• Work closely with Innovation and BIM Managers to leverage AI and Automation for Fire Protection design and workflow processes.
• Develop business standards and details for FPE content.
• Deal directly with clients/owners/contractors to determine specific project needs.
• Lead all Training for Fire Protection related subjects for other engineers and possibly create content for corporate training media.
• Supplement Salas O’Brien design standards and administrative procedures where needed.
• Produce calculations to accurately size fire pumps and water storage tanks to meet project requirements.
• Lifting/carrying: Carrying light loads related to field measurement equipment, equipment cases weighing 15 lbs. or less.
• Be responsible for the total fire protection systems and specifications for projects.
• Meet regularly and as needed with other discipline leads and project managers for interdisciplinary goal tracking and technical visioning for Salas O’Brien and also how to positively impact the overall organization.
• Perform business development and marketing activities as assigned, including creating and maintaining relationships with current and potential clients
• Leads Quality Control and Assurance program for all things related to Fire Protection Engineering and Design for the local team.
• Involved directly with multi-discipline commercial, metals industrial, chemical industrial, as well as other types of complex projects and give guidance to technical staff to accommodate specific project needs.
• Perform hydraulic calculations of fire sprinkler & standpipe systems

Requirements

• Dexterity: Ability to type using a keyboard with relative efficiency, ability to make handwritten notes and sketches indoors and outdoors at industrial plant and construction sites at any time of the year.
• A working knowledge of BIM 360 collaboration
• Physical exertion: Ability to walk at least one mile on industrial plants and construction site.
• Ability to effectively communicate design intent with other disciplines and owners.
• Visual Acuity: Ability to discern single line and 3-dimensional computer images representing objects being designed or drafted.
• Previous or current engagement as NFPA Technical Committee member/officer is preferred but not required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Minimum of 3 years of practicing as a licensed professional engineer, FPE preferred.
• Experience training and mentoring design staff and entry level engineers.
• Ability to perform under pressure and work on multiple projects concurrently.
• Bachelor's degree in related engineering field is required.
• A working knowledge of BIM strategies using Revit
• Be familiar with and apply applicable codes and standards, including NFPA, IBC, IFC, UFC, FM Global, etc.
• Other duties as assigned. Possible HVAC and Domestic Plumbing design and engineering as needed, but no previous experience required.
• Walking/Climbing: Ability to use multi-level stair towers and rung ladders unassisted.
• Hearing: Ability to hear safety alarms and signals while wearing hearing protection.

Benefits

• Healthcare Facilities
• Educational Facilities
• Government Facilities
• Pharmaceutical Facilities
• Office Facilities

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance