Fire Protection Engineer
About The Position
AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Code Consultant – Fire Protection to support complex infrastructure projects across Canada. This role focuses on the application and interpretation of Canadian building and fire codes, with a particular emphasis on firestopping systems, fire-resistance continuity, and life safety design. The successful candidate will support regulated projects across nuclear, defence, industrial, and other high-reliability sectors, providing practical, code-based solutions and technical leadership. Experience with nuclear codes and standards is considered a definite asset. This is a client-facing position requiring strong technical expertise, clear communication, and the ability to collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Diploma in Fire Protection Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
- Registered as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng) or eligibility for licensure is an asset.
- 5–10 years of relevant experience in fire protection engineering or code consulting.
- Experience producing clear, well-structured technical reports with minimal supervision.
- Strong working knowledge of the National Building Code of Canada (NBCC), National Fire Code of Canada (NFCC), and applicable provincial codes.
- Knowledge of relevant fire protection standards, including UL/ULC, NFPA, and CSA.
- In-depth understanding of firestopping systems, including tested assemblies, penetration and joint systems, and installation requirements.
- Knowledge of nuclear codes and standards is a definite asset, including CSA N293, N393, and related regulatory frameworks.
- Ability to communicate complex code concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong collaboration, organization, and client engagement skills.
- Ability to support multi-disciplinary projects in regulated environments.
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.
- Valid driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with nuclear codes and standards is considered a definite asset.
- UL Solutions Integrated System Testing Certification (CAN/ULC-S1001) is an asset.
- Knowledge of nuclear codes and standards is a definite asset, including CSA N293, N393, and related regulatory frameworks.
Responsibilities
- Provide code consulting services related to building code, fire code, and life safety compliance.
- Lead and support firestopping strategy development, including rated assemblies, penetrations, joints, continuity of fire-resistance ratings, and installation compliance.
- Prepare and review code reports, fire and life safety strategies, technical memoranda, and design narratives.
- Review drawings and specifications for compliance with applicable codes and standards.
- Provide construction-phase support, including site reviews, field inspections, and deficiency resolution related to firestopping and life safety features.
- Coordinate with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and project management teams to resolve code-related issues.
- Interface with clients, authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), and third-party reviewers.
- Support business development and represent the fire protection discipline internally and externally.
- For Senior-level candidates: provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of internal processes, technical tools, and best practices.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Employee recognition
- Flexible benefits tailored to health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs
- Diverse opportunities for training and professional development
- Hybrid working culture
- Generous time-off policies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
