Junior Fire Protection Engineer

Why Join Us? Career Growth: Accelerate your professional career with opportunities to lead, learn, and expand your expertise. Collaborative Culture: Work alongside multidisciplinary teams that thrive on creativity, support, and teamwork. Employee Ownership: As a 100% ESOP, your contributions directly shape our shared success – you own your future. Innovation & Impact: Work on projects that push boundaries, drive sustainability, and create real-world solutions. Professional Development: From mentorship, ongoing technical training, and conferences we invest in your growth every step of the way. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible schedules, generous PTO, and a culture that values balance so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Shape the next generation: For experienced professionals, MJ offers the chance to mentor emerging talent, share your expertise, and leave a lasting legacy in the industry.

What You'll Do: Assist with the design of fire alarm, fire suppression, and life safety systems for new construction and renovation projects. Support the development of construction drawings, specifications, and engineering calculations. Perform code research and apply requirements from NFPA standards, IBC, IFC, and applicable state and local codes. Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, and architectural teams. Participate in site visits, field investigations, and facility assessments. Assist with technical reports, studies, and permit documentation. Support construction administration activities, including submittal reviews, RFIs, and field observations. Learn industry best practices under the guidance of senior engineers. Participate in project meetings and client communications.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

Relevant Experience: 0 to 6 years' experience. Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary for collaborating effectively with multi-disciplinary teams (architects, civil/mechanical engineers) and clients. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are critical for designing efficient and safe systems and troubleshooting issues. Attention to Detail: Precision in design and documentation is crucial for meeting stringent safety standards and project requirements. Eagerness to Learn: A proactive attitude, a passion for occasional field visits, site inspections, and working full-time from our office (onsite position), including staying updated with industry trends and technologies, is highly valued for this junior candidate. Valid driver's license and willingness to travel occasionally to project sites. Preferred Experience with fire alarm, fire suppression, or life safety system design. EIT certification or the ability to obtain within 12 months. Familiarity with NFPA codes and standards. Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit. Internship or co-op experience in consulting engineering or fire protection. Experience supporting healthcare, aviation, institutional, municipal, or commercial facilities projects.