Senior Fire & Life Safety Specialist

HDR • San Antonio, TX

15h

About The Position

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story. Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

Requirements

• Associate degree in a closely related field or a High School diploma with a combination of education and relevant experience
• Advanced Levels of NFPA, ICC Certifications or other specialized credentials related to the field of Fire & Life Safety
• Strong computer skills using AutoCAD, Revit 3D Modeling and Microsoft Office
• Ability to lead designs specific to area of expertise
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 15 years Fire & Life Safety design experience in systems design or regulatory enforcement
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering consulting firm or former role specific to Fire & Life Safety

Responsibilities

• Develop non-routine and complex Fire Protection designs for facilities such as fire suppression systems, fire alarm and detection systems, and alternate extinguishing system in compliance with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards
• Develop non-routine and complex Life Safety design for facilities such as occupancy calculations, travel distances, code compliance drawings, passive fire protection systems, in compliance with the International Building & Fire codes and other Standards
• Develop non-routine and complex drawings by using computer-aided design software
• Lead projects dedicated to Fire & Life Safety Area of expertise
• Perform other duties as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree