Fire Protection Engineer-Fort Worth
About The Position
The Fire Protection Engineer will provide fire protection engineering support for federal construction projects at Fort Hood, Texas, serving as the subject matter expert for fire and life safety systems. The role ensures compliance with UFC 3-600-01, NFPA standards, and applicable codes through design reviews, inspections, quality assurance, submittal reviews, acceptance testing, and coordination with project teams throughout construction. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, a Professional Engineer (PE) license, and at least five years of Fire Protection Engineering experience. The candidate must be a U.S. citizen and pass a federal background review and drug screen. Salary is based on experience and will be discussed with the manager during the interview.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from an accredited college.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- Minimum of five years of Fire Protection Engineering experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of UFC 3-600-01, NFPA standards, and fire/life safety requirements.
- Experience with quality assurance, commissioning, and acceptance testing of fire protection systems.
- Familiarity with RMS/QCS and federal construction management practices.
- Experience reviewing fire suppression, detection, alarm, and life safety systems.
- Strong technical writing, communication, and project coordination skills.
- Ability to work effectively with government personnel, contractors, and project stakeholders.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and pass a federal background review and drug screen.
Nice To Haves
- US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) or other federal project experience.
Responsibilities
- Establish a thorough understanding of fire protection requirements related to UFC 3-600-01 and NFPA standards.
- Attend project meetings and coordinate with project stakeholders to support successful execution of fire protection features of work.
- Perform BCOES and plan-in-hand reviews, applying lessons learned from pre-construction, construction, and post-construction activities.
- Conduct inspections in compliance with approved project documentation and contract requirements.
- Evaluate work practices, procedures, and site conditions for compliance with fire protection codes, standards, and policies.
- Prepare technical reports identifying deficiencies and recommending corrective actions.
- Provide technical guidance on facility design, construction features, and fire protection systems.
- Serve as a fire-safety and life-safety consultant to project managers and government personnel.
- Review contractor submittals and provide technical comments and recommendations.
- Evaluate and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) and review field changes.
- Schedule and conduct final acceptance testing of fire suppression, detection, alarm, and related systems.
- Perform quality assurance oversight and document findings throughout project execution.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings plan with company match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
