Fire Protection Designer – Buildings, Government Services

Stantec • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

Stantec is seeking a Fire Protection Designer to join its North America Fire Protection Engineering Team. Working under close supervision and receiving detailed instruction, the designer applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to complete related fire protection engineering tasks, including preparing simple plans, designs, calculations, costs, and bills of material in accordance with established codes, standards, and drawings. The role applies professional concepts and develops knowledge while contributing to different phases of engineering work.

The team’s fire protection work helps safeguard people and property by assessing fire protection needs, designing systems and strategies, and supporting construction and commissioning. Projects may involve fire suppression, detection and alarm, smoke control, fire-resistant construction, and egress. Stantec describes itself as a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting, working to advance communities and address issues including climate change, digital transformation, and resilient cities and infrastructure.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Fire Protection Engineering or another closely related engineering discipline with an emphasis in Fire Protection Engineering coursework.
• 0–3 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties.
• Basic knowledge of interpreting and applying building and fire codes and NFPA standards.
• Knowledge of active and passive fire protection systems, including suppression, detection and alarm, smoke control, fire-resistive construction, and egress systems.
• Ability to participate and collaborate in project teams with internal and external clients.
• Strong technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, and AutoCAD.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Fire Dynamics Simulator, Contam, Pathfinder, and other computer modeling software.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) / Engineering Intern (EI) preferred, working toward Fire Protection Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure.

Responsibilities

• Apply general fire protection engineering concepts through investigation and analysis to support engineering projects.
• Support design of fire suppression systems, including sprinklers, standpipes, water supply, and special hazard extinguishing systems; fire detection and alarm systems; smoke control systems; fire-resistant materials and assemblies; and egress strategies.
• Perform basic calculations to analyze and design engineering system components using company-standard and proprietary manufacturer software.
• Gather information to support design decisions.
• Assist in preparing engineering designs, drawings, specifications, presentations, and reports.
• Verify compliance with applicable codes, engineering standards, and practices.
• Coordinate with architecture and engineering professionals in project delivery under the direction of a senior engineer.
• Assist with construction support services, including submittal reviews, responses to requests for information, contract document clarifications, construction progress inspections, and acceptance testing.
• Perform other duties as assigned by senior engineering staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level