Entry Level Fire Protection Engineer - Portland, OR
About The Position
PAE is seeking a motivated, inquisitive Entry-Level Fire Protection Design Engineer to join its Portland, Oregon team in a hybrid office environment. Under the mentorship of experienced project leads, the engineer will build a career in fire protection system design, moving from academic theory into professional practice. The position supports project teams while developing technical proficiency in industry-standard software, design documentation, and applicable codes and standards. The role focuses on fire protection systems, including sprinkler, standpipe, special suppression, and fire alarm systems. It may also provide task-based support for plumbing system design. The engineer will perform basic calculations, assist with construction administration, and complete assigned work with instruction from project team members. PAE is an engineering and design firm focused on resilient, efficient, and sustainable buildings and communities. The company is a certified B Corp and describes its values as innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering is preferred.
- Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) credential or ability to obtain it.
- Proficiency or experience with Revit and AutoCAD.
- Analytical skills and strategic thinking.
- Organization and attention to detail.
- Clear communication skills.
- Time-management skills.
- Microsoft Office Suite skills.
Nice To Haves
- Prior internship or cooperative education experience in building systems or fire protection.
- Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering degree.
Responsibilities
- Develop foundational knowledge in fire protection system design, modeling, and documentation.
- Develop proficiency using Revit and AutoCAD as design and drafting tools.
- Provide task-based support for fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems.
- Learn to interpret drawings, specifications, building codes such as NFPA, and fire protection design industry standards.
- Complete assigned work with instruction from project team members.
- Assist with construction administration.
- Perform basic hydraulic calculations for fire sprinkler systems.
- Perform battery-sizing calculations for fire alarm systems.
- Assist in the layout and design of fire protection systems, including sprinkler, standpipe, and special suppression systems.
- Contribute to the layout and design of fire alarm systems, including notification appliances, initiating devices, and sequence of operations.
- May assist with the design layout of plumbing systems by providing task-based support.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Employer-paid health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Annual 401(k) profit sharing based on company profit for the year and account contribution.
- Professional development reimbursements, including state registration and professional association dues.
- Employer-paid commuter or parking stipend.
- Cell phone stipend.
- Life insurance and disability benefits.
- Hybrid work schedule.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Nine paid holidays, including an additional employee-selected day.
- Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays, and vacation.
- Eligible for annual compensation reviews based on performance and business needs.
- Eligible for time-and-a-half overtime pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
