Fire Protection Engineer - Mechanical Engineer, P.E.
82 Days Old
Seeking an experienced Fire Protection Engineer, (FPE) who has experience with fire protection systems, including fire sprinkler systems, chemical fire suppression systems, fire detection and alarm systems, fire-rated construction and passive fire protection, and egress, as well as an understanding of fire dynamics, codes, and standards. Specific experience with the failure of fire protection systems is a plus. The ideal candidate will be a Mechanical Engineer, P.E., who has a strong background in mechanical engineering failure analysis of commercial, residential, and industrial mechanical systems and components.
- Primary Purpose: To ethically and scientifically investigate events, systems, devices and/or failures and provide expert opinions; to provide guidance and leadership on complex engineering assignments; to contribute to overall profitability of the company through providing expert/engineering consulting services.
Are You An Ideal Candidate? We are looking for enthusiastic candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, who are driven to deliver results, are customer oriented and naturally empathetic.
- Apply your engineering knowledge and experience to investigate and assess complex failures in the context of an energetic, people focused, entrepreneurial culture.
- Deliver comprehensive engineering analyses to clients who represent virtually every industry and comprise some of the worlds most respected organizations.
- Leverage company's broad, global network of experts to both learn from and to share your insights.
- Be a part of a rapidly growing, industry-leading global company known for its excellence and customer service.
- Take advantage of a variety of professional development opportunities that help you perform your best work and grow your career.
- Enjoy flexibility and autonomy in your daily work, your location, and your career path.
- Access diverse and comprehensive benefits to take care of your mental, physical, financial, and professional needs.
Essential Responsibilities May Include
- Experience with all types of fire protection systems, including fire sprinkler systems, chemical fire suppression systems, fire detection and alarm systems, fire-rated construction and passive fire protection, and egress, as well as an understanding of fire dynamics, codes, and standards. Specific experience with the failure of fire protection systems is a plus.
- Provides guidance and leadership to newer colleagues and/or those with less experience on complex engineering assignments.
- Conduct building and fire code reviews and analyses.
- Inspects losses and loss scenes at residential, commercial buildings, and industrial buildings.
- Investigates and assesses damages and evidence due to failures and determines the origin of failure for insurers and litigation support.
- Analyzes and documents the failure analysis and causation of failures.
- Examines and tests evidence in a laboratory setting and research failure modes, products, installations, and maintenance related to findings.
- Collaborates with other experts to produce detailed reports outlining the origin and cause of losses and damages.
- Serves as an expert witness in court and/or in depositions.
- Documents and maintains billable hours on a time and expense basis for failure analysis and forensic engineering projects for clients.
Education And Licensing
- Requires Bachelor of Science degree in Fire Protection Engineering from an accredited college or university. The preferred candidate will hold a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Fire Protection Engineering.
- Requires a Professional Engineering (PE) license, minimum required for resident state. Prefer multi-state licensing and/or active NCEES Record.
- Expert witness testimony experience is a plus.
Skills & Knowledge
- Excellent oral and written communication
- PC literate, including Microsoft Office products.
- Analytical and interpretive skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
- Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
Physical
- Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
- Must be able to kneel, squat or bend.
- Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.
- Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead,
- Be able lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
- Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds.
- Be able to drive up to 4 hours per day.
Next StepsIf your application is selected to advance to the next round, you will receive an e-mail notification or phone call from a recruiter to schedule an initial call.
- Location:
- Houston
