Mechanical Engineer, Fire Protection

Description

Working with internal and external stakeholders, this position provides engineering services backed by expertise in relevant Fire and Building Codes.

• Take leadership in resolving compliance matters and attending meetings with stakeholders and with Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
• Represent LRI on various technical committees, both provincial and national as may be required.
• Apply and provide interpretations of the Ontario Building Code, Ontario Fire Code, and ULC/NFPA standards to internal and external client.
• Assist Finance team with project billing.
• Conduct site visits to gather data on existing conditions and review construction, review shop drawings, attend tests, and commissioning of the systems.
• Undertake design, design review, and managing projects including site reviews and assessing the fire protection systems in a building and apply Canadian provincial and national Building and Fire Codes, CAN/ULC, NFPA standards, and best practice guidelines related to Fire Protection Systems.
• Provide hydraulic calculations, pipe sizing, drawings, and specifications. Develop Alternative Solutions and prepare project reports with cost estimates.
• Support internal and external clients by advising on application of Codes and standards.
• Project manage system installations in close coordination with contractors and other cross-functional teams. Attend construction and pre-construction site meetings.
• Assess performance of existing sprinkler, standpipe, fire water pumps, and special suppression systems (e.g., low/high expansion foam systems, chemical powder, and clean agent fire suppression systems), selecting proper and cost-effective solutions for replacement using applicable Codes and standards.

Requirements

So, if you are proud of your engineering expertise in Fire Protection Systems design and project management and you love what you read, let us get to know you...and you may be our next top-notch expert.

• Excellent communication, report writing, presentation, stakeholder management, analytical, planning, and organizational skills.
• Excellent knowledge of OBC, OFC, and NFPA standards.
• University degree in Mechanical Engineering. P. Eng. title is a must.
• Experience with site project management, payment certification, preparation of site review notes, contract change notice/orders, site instructions, and CCDC contract documents.
• Ability to work well independently and to interact with other industry professionals, associated trades, and industry authorities.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with project team members and clients.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Fire Protection Systems engineering and project management with expertise in sprinklers and pump systems. Candidates with more experience will be considered for senior level positions.
• Experience working on medium to large scale projects including high-rise mix use, commercial, infrastructure, multiple towers, and healthcare buildings.
• Versatile and able to manage varying workloads and competing priorities.
• Exceptional skills in HydraCAD.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off on top of annual vacation
• Competitive compensation with participation in performance bonus scheme on top of base salary.
• Opportunity to work with some seriously awesome people
• Fitness and home office equipment allowance
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Hybrid work arrangement
• A comprehensive health insurance plan including physical and mental well-being, dental & vision care, Family & Employee Assistance Plan and Virtual Healthcare.
• A fun and supportive work environment

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance