Fire Protection Engineering Associate / Life Safety Consultant
About The Position
This role is specifically within the SLS division of SOCOTEC. SLS/SOCOTEC is seeking curious, dependable, and proactive learners focused on continuous improvement to join our team. Associates should be prepared to explore the many building systems and design components involved in developing a safe and code compliant building design. Associates will work with Senior Fire Protection Engineers to design and develop Life Safety and Fire Protection systems. They are encouraged to spend time developing skills in particular areas of interest. Projects will focus on adherence to quality standards through plan reviews and technical reports. Projects will have components of but will not be limited to the following: egress design, code research, smoke control system design, fire-resistant construction analysis, performance-based design, fire sprinkler design, and hazardous material analysis. Associates are expected to have strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills to effectively support team efficiency. Associates should also be detail oriented and possess superior problem-solving skills.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in the engineering or architecture disciplines required
- 5-7 years of relevant experience in Fire Protection and Life Safety
- Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Strong written communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Engineering in Training (EIT) Certification preferred
- Experience with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, REVIT, Microsoft Suite encouraged
- Experience with CONTAM, Pyrosim, FDS, and/or PathFinder desirable
Responsibilities
- design and develop Life Safety and Fire Protection systems
- developing skills in particular areas of interest
- Projects will focus on adherence to quality standards through plan reviews and technical reports.
- egress design
- code research
- smoke control system design
- fire-resistant construction analysis
- performance-based design
- fire sprinkler design
- hazardous material analysis
- effectively support team efficiency
- Perform all other duties as assigned by your supervisor or manager
Benefits
- competitive benefits package
- mentorship program
- continuing education support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
