Mid/Senior Fire Protection Engineer

Jensen Hughes•Las Vegas, NV

About The Position

Jensen Hughes is seeking a mid- to senior-level Fire Protection Engineer to join its growing team in Las Vegas, Nevada. This strategic growth role is for an experienced “Seller Doer” who can work directly with clients while completing technical work. The successful candidate will bring a well-rounded background in building code and fire code consulting, along with strong analytical and creative-thinking skills. The role coordinates and conducts building plan reviews, interprets building and fire codes, develops alternative solutions, prepares building design reports, and coordinates with fire protection engineering design teams. The engineer will manage consulting projects, address client needs, and communicate effectively with project teams and clients. Jensen Hughes describes its work as focused on protecting lives, property, and reputations through fire protection engineering and related security and risk-based services. The company emphasizes trust, integrity, professional growth, and employee networks that support career development and connection.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering (preferably Fire Protection), Architecture, or a related field.
At least four years of professional Fire Protection Consulting experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Eight years of experience in Building Code and Fire Protection Consulting.
Registered Professional Engineer (PE), preferably in Fire Protection Engineering, or another professional fire protection designation such as NICET Level IV in any Fire Protection certification.
Client connections and the ability to develop new business.
Experience developing building code concepts and equivalencies, conducting building plan reviews, and conducting field reviews or inspections.
Experience with project management or specific responsibilities for a portion of large, complex projects.
Ability to present clear and technically sound fire protection engineering strategies.
Enjoyment of professional challenges and interest in contributing to Jensen Hughes’s long-term growth.

Responsibilities

Manage and implement a wide variety of consulting projects.
Complete assigned tasks on schedule and within budget to satisfy client needs and expectations.
Coordinate and conduct building and fire code reviews and analyses, including plan reviews and site visits.
Prepare and peer review project-related technical reports.
Develop fire protection strategies, performance-based design approaches, and alternative solutions to resolve client design issues.
Communicate effectively with project team members, clients, and others.
Work directly with clients while performing technical work and contribute to business development.