Fire Protection Engineer We are seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to provide technical design leadership for fire alarm, detection, and life safety systems on data center facility projects nationwide. This role spans the full project lifecycle — from concept and design through on-site construction administration — and includes a minimum of 25% travel for punch walks, witness testing, and field support. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple concurrent projects while working directly with clients and code officials. This position is available at any U.S. location, with candidates near a company office preferred.
Pay: $48.00 - $88.00 per hour (based on location, skills, experience, and education)
Key Responsibilities:- Lead design efforts for fire alarm, detection, suppression, and smoke control systems
- Perform on-site construction administration, including punch walks and witness testing
- Develop calculations, specifications, and 2D/3D construction deliverables
- Interface with clients and code officials to ensure compliant, constructible designs
- Serve as engineer of record while mentoring junior team members
Required Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- Design experience with fire alarm systems, including VESDAField experience installing, inspecting, or testing fire alarm systems
- Knowledge of NFPA 72, NFPA 101, IBC, IFC, and NFPA 70 (NEC)
Preferred Qualifications:- PE license 4+ years of Autodesk Revit experience
- Data center design experience
- Experience mentoring staff and managing project budgets/schedules
This hybrid role combines office-based design work with on-site travel to active construction sites.
