Fire Protection (Senior Engineer)

CDI Engineering Services•Baton Rouge, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Tata Consulting Engineers USA, LLC, (TCE), is a multi-disciplinary engineering organization offering a full range of integrated engineering design, project support, procurement and construction management services to the energy and chemicals industries. The Fire Protection (Senior Engineer) will be based at the project site and will oversee the end‑to‑end execution of fire protection systems from installation through testing, commissioning, and handover. The role covers supervision of hydrant networks, standpipes, fire pumps and controllers, Sprinkler System, Deluge Water Spray System, clean agent and gaseous suppression systems, foam systems where applicable, fire water storage and distribution, fire alarm and detection, and interfaces to BMS/SCADA. Day‑to‑day responsibilities include monitoring installation progress, verifying workmanship and material compliance, ensuring routing and head spacing follow approved plans, and confirming equipment and devices are installed in accordance with manufacturer instructions, submittals, and project specifications.

Requirements

Strong site experience in fire protection execution.
Solid knowledge of wet, dry, pre‑action, deluge, foam, and clean agent systems, along with fire alarm and detection integration.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting fire protection layouts, riser and zone diagrams, hydraulic calculation summaries, pump room schematics, and fire alarm cause‑and‑effect matrices.
Ability to validate shop drawings and resolve field conditions.
Deep understanding of how fire protection systems interface with architectural egress, structural supports and seismic bracing, HVAC smoke control, electrical power and fire alarm, and life‑safety strategies.
Capability to identify deviations, assess life‑safety risks, and guide contractors with clear technical instructions.
Maintain compliance with U.S. codes and standards and good industry practice, including NFPA standards, IBC/IFC requirements, and project‑specific specifications.
Strong communication skills.
Analytical thinking.
Confident on‑site decision‑making.
Disciplined focus on safety, quality, and commissioning/acceptance testing deliverables.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with AutoCAD, Navisworks, and model review platforms.
Experience coordinating with BMS/SCADA for monitoring and control points for clash coordination and construction documentation.
Background in the Iron & Steel sector.
Involvement in Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) plant construction activities.

Responsibilities

Oversee the end‑to‑end execution of fire protection systems from installation through testing, commissioning, and handover.
Supervise hydrant networks, standpipes, fire pumps and controllers, Sprinkler System, Deluge Water Spray System, clean agent and gaseous suppression systems, foam systems where applicable, fire water storage and distribution, fire alarm and detection, and interfaces to BMS/SCADA.
Monitor installation progress, verify workmanship and material compliance, ensure routing and head spacing follow approved plans, and confirm equipment and devices are installed in accordance with manufacturer instructions, submittals, and project specifications.
Coordinate with architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical teams to maintain code‑compliant clearances, seismic bracing requirements, access for maintenance, and proper penetrations with firestopping.
Review and validate shop drawings, hydraulic calculations, method statements, ITPs, and material submittals.
Raise and resolve technical queries.
Manage red‑line updates.
Support preparation of as‑built documentation.
Plan and supervise hydrostatic testing, flow testing, main drain testing, pump performance testing, system flushing, detector and device functional testing, cause‑and‑effect verification, and integrated systems testing to confirm sequence of operations.
Engage with project managers, AHJ/inspectors, consultants, and client representatives to maintain schedule adherence, quality compliance, and safe execution throughout the construction phase.