Fire Protection Engineer

Stantec • Houston, TX

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About The Position

We are seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and coordination of fire and life safety systems across a wide range of project types. The role combines technical design and strategic consulting to support code compliance, performance-based solutions, and client objectives. The engineer will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders. The typical work environment is an office, involving computer use and prolonged sedentary periods. Field work may involve exposure to the elements, including inclement weather. Travel up to 15% may be required as project needs require.

Requirements

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, preferably in Fire Protection Engineering.
• Strong working knowledge of fire alarm, fire suppression, and life safety system design.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and fire protection-related computational tools.
• Experience working with adopted building codes and government standards, including DoD, VA, and GSA.
• Thorough understanding of ICC and NFPA codes and standards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% as project needs require.
• Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant fire protection engineering experience.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in healthcare, mission-critical, and/or semiconductor markets.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer fire alarm, fire detection, fire suppression, smoke control, and special hazard systems for new and existing facilities.
• Develop and review life safety plans and fire protection engineering deliverables.
• Provide life safety and building code consulting services.
• Analyze smoke management systems, means of egress, and fire hazards.
• Develop site fire protection features and fire department access plans.
• Perform alternative means of compliance (AMOC) studies and Performance-Based Design (PBD) analyses.
• Interface with local AHJs and building owner insurance representatives.
• Collaborate with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and civil engineering teams.
• Communicate with clients and prepare clear, concise technical reports and documentation.

What This Job Offers

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