Fire Life Safety Specialty Engineer

JLL•West Chester, OH

18h•Onsite

About The Position

JLL is seeking a Fire Life Safety Specialty Engineer with expertise in testing, inspection, and commissioning of fire protection and life safety systems. This hands-on technical role ensures fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, and engineered fire protection systems operate correctly and meet all regulatory requirements across our portfolio.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience testing and inspecting fire protection systems in commercial or industrial facilities.
Fire licenses or higher certification in Fire Alarm Systems or Automatic Sprinkler System Layout is required.
Thorough working knowledge of NFPA 25 (Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems) and NFPA 72 (National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code) is essential.
Technical competency with various fire alarm manufacturers including Simplex, Notifier, Honeywell, Edwards, Fire-Lite, and similar systems.
Experience testing sprinkler systems, fire pumps, standpipes, and specialized suppression systems (FM-200, Inergen, Novec 1230) is necessary.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to multiple sites within assigned territory is required.
Strong technical troubleshooting skills and hands-on mechanical/electrical aptitude are essential.
Ability to read and interpret fire protection drawings, system riser diagrams, and control sequences is critical.
Effective communication skills enable clear explanation of technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.
Physical capability to climb ladders, work at heights, access confined spaces, and lift equipment up to 50 pounds is required.
Strong organizational skills support managing testing schedules across multiple properties simultaneously.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Additional certifications such as Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS), Certified Fire Alarm Technician (CFAT), or manufacturer-specific certifications.
Experience with integrated building systems, access control integration, and mass notification systems.
Familiarity with testing equipment including flow meters, pressure gauges, multimeters, and fire alarm test equipment.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive testing and inspection of fire alarm systems, including initiating devices, notification appliances, control panels, and integration with building management systems.
Perform testing, annual testing per NFPA 72 requirements, and troubleshooting system malfunctions or false alarms.
Conduct sprinkler system testing including main drain tests, flow tests, alarm tests, and inspections of sprinkler heads, piping, valves, and fire pumps.
Verify system pressures, water supply adequacy, and proper operation of backflow preventers and check valves in accordance with NFPA 25 standards.
Prepare detailed test reports, deficiency lists, and certificates of completion.
Coordinate testing schedules with building occupants and operations teams to minimize disruption.
Obtain necessary permits.
Coordinate with fire alarm monitoring companies and local fire departments.
Train property management teams on system operation.
Develop preventive maintenance schedules based on inspection findings.
Provide technical support during emergency situations or system failures.