Fire Protection Engineer-Fort Worth

Accura Engineering • Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

The Fire Protection Engineer will provide fire protection engineering support for federal construction projects at Fort Hood, Texas, with a work location in Fort Worth, Texas. The engineer will serve as the subject matter expert for fire and life safety systems, ensuring compliance with UFC 3-600-01, NFPA standards, and applicable codes. The role involves design reviews, inspections, quality assurance, submittal reviews, acceptance testing, and coordination with project teams throughout construction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from an accredited college.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• At least 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 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 regarding 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.

What This Job Offers

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