Job Description
43164BR
Requisition ID: 43164BR
Business Unit
TSU
Job Description
At CDM Smith, we’re committed to connecting you with work that inspires and challenges you. Our employees collaborate on meaningful projects that enhance communities and make a lasting difference in the world. We deliver legendary service and smart solutions for environmental and infrastructure challenges, creating an unmatched experience for both our clients and our team. As a global engineering and construction firm, we partner with clients worldwide to develop innovative solutions that address today’s needs and anticipate tomorrow’s demands.
We’re currently seeking a talented Fire Protection Engineer. In this role, you’ll contribute to projects that protect lives and property while helping shape resilient and sustainable environments. This position can be based out of any U.S. based office. We offer a hybrid work environment that allows our employees to balance time in the office with remote work from home.
Key Responsibilities
Develop comprehensive fire protection engineering designs, including conceptual layouts, basis‑of‑design documentation, water supply and hydraulic analyses, and detailed plans for fire sprinkler and suppression systems, fire pumps, and fire alarm systems.
Act as QFPE for work with federal projects, providing life safety, fire suppression and fire alarm analysis and design.
Review draft designs to ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations and sign off on completed designs.
Perform other duties of basic to high complexity as necessary to meet client requirements, such as creating fire protection and life safety engineering designs and evaluations: egress analysis, fire separation requirements, fire hazard analysis, water supply evaluations, insurance provider recommendations.
Evaluate systems utilizing HydraCAD, HydraCALC, or similar software as required.
Collaborate with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs) and review draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local, and federal regulations, and best practices.
Meet with current and potential future clients to review their current and future design needs.
Perform site assessments and studies as needed to ensure designs are aligned with industry standards and local requirements.
Attend conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.
Provide technical guidance and training to more junior staff. Mentor more junior staff and develop them for future growth within the discipline and firm; may supervise the work of junior engineers on project work.
Job Title
Fire Protection Engineer
Group
ISO
Certification/License Requirements
Professional Engineer (PE)
Employment Type
Regular
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Architectural or Chemical Engineering, or in Engineering Technology or related discipline. Professional engineering (PE) license.
7 years of related experience.
Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related discipline.
Professional engineering (PE) license in Fire Protection.
Experience working with UFC criteria for federal work.
Experience working with FM Global datasheet requirements and other insurance provider requirements.
Experience with design of suppression system (wet‑pipe, dry‑pipe, preaction, deluge, foam, clean agent), fire alarm/mass notification system, smoke control system, fire pumps, water storage tanks.
Experience with life safety requirements, building code analysis, passive fire protection systems, performance‑based designs.
EEO Statement
CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Why CDM Smith?
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Join Us!
Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co‑workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
Job Site Location
United States - Nationwide
Amount of Travel Required
10%
Assignment Category
Fulltime-Regular
Visa Sponsorship Available
No – We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H‑1B or TN Visas for this position
Skills and Abilities
Advanced Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
Expert Knowledge of engineering principles of design.
Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, etc.).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Background Check and Drug Testing Information
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant’s criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
Pay Range Minimum
$90,605
Pay Range Maximum
$158,579
Additional Compensation
All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.
Work Location Options
Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.
Massachusetts Applicants
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Job Tags
Full time, H1b, Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Work from home, Worldwide,