Fire Protection Engineer - FPE

Fire Protection Engineer – Mid-Level PE, FPE

Location: Chicago, IL or Atlanta, GA

Exp Federal delivers full-service Architecture & Engineering services, construction, and facility management services throughout the world. Exp Federal's mission is to provide superior technical solutions to the U.S. federal government utilizing skilled personnel familiar with working throughout the United States and overseas.

The Challenge

We are seeking a Fire Protection Engineer, PE, FPE to join our full-service Architectural Design team in our Chicago, IL or Atlanta, GA office. The fire protection engineer is expected to collaborate with architects and engineers in developing comprehensive fire protection and life safety system design packages.

Principal Areas of Responsibility

• Fire suppression system design including but not limited to fire sprinkler systems (wet & dry), pre-action system, high & low expansion foam suppression system, clean agent system, standpipe system, and fire pump system.
• Smoke control system and stairwell pressurization system design.
• Fire alarm and mass notification system design.
• Building code and life safety code analysis.
• Prepare design drawings, specifications, basis of design, and other design documents necessary for a project from start to finish as the designer of record.
• Prepare hydraulic calculations using computer generated software (e.g. HASS)
• Review contractor submittal packages (e.g. shop drawings, product data, and calculations), respond to RFIs, and provide construction phase services support. This may include field inspections and witnessing acceptance testing.
• Investigate existing water supply utility and conduct hydrant flow test.
• Investigate existing buildings for deficiencies and code violations.
• Travels onsite for client meetings and site inspections and visits: ~25% requirement

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Protection or other related degree from an accredited university
• 5+ years of Fire Protection Engineering experience in the A&E industry.
• Fire Protection Engineering License - FPE (in any state)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of International Building Code (IBC) and NFPA codes and standards
• Experience with HASS and / or other hydraulic calculation software system
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in REVIT and AutoCAD
• Experience of FDS and CONTAM
• Experience in Fire Dynamics, Egress Modeling, and Risk Analysis

Optional Experience

• Experience with facilities for clients in the Federal Government sector is highly desirable.

Salary Base

This full-time position as a Fire Protection Engineer, level III has an annual base range of $119,800-$142,900. This position is eligible for overtime in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements. The actual hourly rate is based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor.

More About Us

Exp Federal brings together Architecture & Engineering (A&E) and mission-support professionals to deliver solutions for federal government clients. Our teams collaborate across disciplines to tackle complex projects and create meaningful results.

We believe in recognizing individual strengths and providing opportunities to grow. Whether your expertise is in design, engineering, construction, project delivery, or technical support, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact while building your career.

Our Values

Respect

We respect people, honor diversity, and treat each other fairly. These are the cornerstones of our culture and the key to our culture and the key to our ability to work successfully as a global team.

Unquestioned Integrity

We operate with the highest standards of honesty and responsibility – as individuals and as a corporation. We’re people who meet routine, everyday obligations with honesty.

Safety

We place the highest priority on the health and safety of our employees and protection of our assets and the environment. Our goal is zero work-related injuries.

Customer Service

We listen and respond to the changing needs of our customers, the industry, and the environment, and draw upon lessons learned from our experiences around the world.

Impeccable Quality

We recognize that quality is fundamental in all our operations — it is everyone’s responsibility. We have established procedures, assessments, and continuous improvement processes in place to ensure the quality of our work.

Sustainability

We understand the impact of our work on the environment and that sustainability is a part of everything we do. We work with customers to provide responsible, efficient, healthy, and effective project solutions to reduce our overall environmental impact.

What We Offer

• ⌚ Exponential full-time professional growth and development
• ⏩ Fast-paced and professional work culture
• ⚕ ️Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account options
• Company HSA funding contributions
• 📜 Company-sponsored Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• 💰 401(k) employer match

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