Fire Protection Designer at Salas O'Brien in Chicago, IL | USD75,000-90,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

code compliance

spec writing

client coordination

bim modelling

team coordination

system design

Applying knowledge of building codes and industry standards.
Writing and editing specifications, reports, narratives and surveys.
Coordination with external clients.
Drawing production and Building Information Modeling (BIM) for plumbing systems.
Coordination with internal disciplines.
Engineering calculations, equipment sizing and selection, system layout and coordination.

Requirements

nicet

cfps

autocad

revit

bachelor

3-5 years

NICET, CFPS certifications, or equivalent recommended.
3 to 5 years of experience in fire protection system engineering and design.
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or architectural engineering with fire protection emphasis, or equivalent industry experience.
Reading and understanding construction documents, floor plans, specifications and equipment details.
Ability to prioritize tasks effectively in the face of shifting projects and deadlines.
Fire protection system design including wet systems, dry systems, clean agent systems, and other relevant industry system designs.
Efficient in MS Office, Outlook, and engineering calculation.
Ability to work in a fast-paced multi-discipline team environment.
Ability to operate AutoCAD and Revit, TM BIM software.
Creative thinker with effective teamwork skills.
Detailed knowledge of building codes and industry standards.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

401(k) with company match
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and company holidays
Professional development support

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

$20 billion

Annual Construction Value

Generates $20 billion in annual construction value across 17,300+ projects each year.

95 offices

Global Presence

Expanded to over 95 offices delivering high-impact, complex projects worldwide.

#9

MEP Giants Ranking

Recognized as #9 in the MEP Giants ranking among top design firms.

25 firms

Acquisitions

Acquired over 25 firms since 2019 to bolster sector reach.

Firm has grown through strategic mergers and innovation in engineering and technical consulting.
Excels in designing built environments through MEP, structural, civil—and in energy via renewables, decarbonization, and resiliency.
Stacks process design and integration expertise to serve pharmaceutical, food & beverage, utilities, and industrial clients.
Offers advanced solutions including litigation support, digital twins, envelope testing, and automation controls.
Work spans commercial, corporate, hospitality, healthcare, campuses, critical environments, and large infrastructure projects.
Impacted nearly a billion square feet of building space annually and prides itself on seamless delivery—one design, one team.

Culture + Values

Recognize that we are all owners with direct influence on the success of our company.
Do what is right, setting the standard for performance, integrity, and professionalism.
Provide positive energy, passion, and commitment to everything we do.
Embrace positive change and challenge the status quo.
Encourage the growth of our owners through training and opportunities for leadership.
Ensure the continuity of the firm through succession planning.
Contribute meaningfully to our communities.
Be open, direct, positive, and respectful to everyone.
Promote teamwork through commitment and trust.
Constructively communicate intentions and expectations.
Have fun together.
Recognize and reward accomplishments.
Manage performance fairly and consistently.
Attract and retain outstanding employee owners.
Set and achieve ambitious goals.
Be accountable for our actions.
Properly plan and execute all projects to ensure a reasonable profit.
Achieve life cycle cost savings for clients through resource conservation and sustainable design.
Tailor designs to each project, balancing project cost, maintenance, and performance.
Continuously improve our delivery to customers.
Serve each client as though they’re our only client.
Maintain a financially healthy firm.
Capitalize on opportunities to strengthen the firm.

Environment + Sustainability

100% Offset

Operational Energy

In-house services offset 100% of operational energy through design.

~238,000 Homes

Solar Array Power

Engineered one of North America’s largest DoD solar arrays.

800k Metric Tons

GHG Savings

Annual emissions avoided by solar array.

800 Panels

PV System

Flagship Walgreens store features an 800-panel PV system.

In‑house net zero architecture targets: offset 100% of operational energy through design services.
Delivered flagship zero‑energy Walgreens store with geothermal, LED/daylight controls, LEED Platinum, Green Globes, Living Building Challenge, ASHRAE Technology Award.
Support clients with climate‑related master planning (e.g., Princeton’s 180‑building conversion to low‑temp hot water system toward net zero by 2046).
Designed CHP system for pharma plant aiming carbon neutrality by 2025 and carbon‑negative by 2030.
Execute energy audits, resource‑efficiency plans, decarbonization consulting, energy modeling, lifecycle cost analysis, district energy systems, microgrids, geothermal/renewables.
Firm offers full net‑zero and sustainability consulting services including LEED, WELL, Fitwel, SITES, Parksmart, Living Building Challenge.
Publicly announced net zero service offerings; no stated corporate net zero target date.

Inclusion & Diversity

Fosters a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment as part of its ESG model.
Employee‑owner model: attracts and retains outstanding employee owners through fair performance management and recognition.
Leadership is committed to building a broader talent pool representing a wider spectrum of backgrounds and experiences.
No gender‑specific workforce statistics are available in public materials.

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Our Services

Careers

Projects

Company

Overview

$20 billion

Annual Construction Value

Generates $20 billion in annual construction value across 17,300+ projects each year.

95 offices

Global Presence

Expanded to over 95 offices delivering high-impact, complex projects worldwide.

#9

MEP Giants Ranking

Recognized as #9 in the MEP Giants ranking among top design firms.

25 firms

Acquisitions

Acquired over 25 firms since 2019 to bolster sector reach.

Firm has grown through strategic mergers and innovation in engineering and technical consulting.
Excels in designing built environments through MEP, structural, civil—and in energy via renewables, decarbonization, and resiliency.
Stacks process design and integration expertise to serve pharmaceutical, food & beverage, utilities, and industrial clients.
Offers advanced solutions including litigation support, digital twins, envelope testing, and automation controls.
Work spans commercial, corporate, hospitality, healthcare, campuses, critical environments, and large infrastructure projects.
Impacted nearly a billion square feet of building space annually and prides itself on seamless delivery—one design, one team.

Culture + Values

Recognize that we are all owners with direct influence on the success of our company.
Do what is right, setting the standard for performance, integrity, and professionalism.
Provide positive energy, passion, and commitment to everything we do.
Embrace positive change and challenge the status quo.
Encourage the growth of our owners through training and opportunities for leadership.
Ensure the continuity of the firm through succession planning.
Contribute meaningfully to our communities.
Be open, direct, positive, and respectful to everyone.
Promote teamwork through commitment and trust.
Constructively communicate intentions and expectations.
Have fun together.
Recognize and reward accomplishments.
Manage performance fairly and consistently.
Attract and retain outstanding employee owners.
Set and achieve ambitious goals.
Be accountable for our actions.
Properly plan and execute all projects to ensure a reasonable profit.
Achieve life cycle cost savings for clients through resource conservation and sustainable design.
Tailor designs to each project, balancing project cost, maintenance, and performance.
Continuously improve our delivery to customers.
Serve each client as though they’re our only client.
Maintain a financially healthy firm.
Capitalize on opportunities to strengthen the firm.

Environment + Sustainability

100% Offset

Operational Energy

In-house services offset 100% of operational energy through design.

~238,000 Homes

Solar Array Power

Engineered one of North America’s largest DoD solar arrays.

800k Metric Tons

GHG Savings

Annual emissions avoided by solar array.

800 Panels

PV System

Flagship Walgreens store features an 800-panel PV system.

In‑house net zero architecture targets: offset 100% of operational energy through design services.
Delivered flagship zero‑energy Walgreens store with geothermal, LED/daylight controls, LEED Platinum, Green Globes, Living Building Challenge, ASHRAE Technology Award.
Support clients with climate‑related master planning (e.g., Princeton’s 180‑building conversion to low‑temp hot water system toward net zero by 2046).
Designed CHP system for pharma plant aiming carbon neutrality by 2025 and carbon‑negative by 2030.
Execute energy audits, resource‑efficiency plans, decarbonization consulting, energy modeling, lifecycle cost analysis, district energy systems, microgrids, geothermal/renewables.
Firm offers full net‑zero and sustainability consulting services including LEED, WELL, Fitwel, SITES, Parksmart, Living Building Challenge.
Publicly announced net zero service offerings; no stated corporate net zero target date.

Inclusion & Diversity

Fosters a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment as part of its ESG model.
Employee‑owner model: attracts and retains outstanding employee owners through fair performance management and recognition.
Leadership is committed to building a broader talent pool representing a wider spectrum of backgrounds and experiences.
No gender‑specific workforce statistics are available in public materials.

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Careers

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