Fire Protection Engineer - Mission Critical

Fire Protection Engineer - Mission Critical

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity's biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1. Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to...

• Read and interpret construction documents, including drawings, specifications and contracts. Interpret and apply applicable NFPA Standards to the design/layout based on building type, hazard classification, architectural characteristics, etc.
• Develop construction documents for fire suppression and alarm systems on new and existing facilities ensuring project compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Manage design teams to meet scope, schedule, budget and quality on complex government projects
• Perform technical reviews of complex design documents including building construction, fire detection/alarm, fire suppression, standpipe, fire alarm, smoke control, water storage/distribution and alternative fire suppression systems to ensure that they conform to the applicable regulations, standards, and codes.
• Review contractor shop drawings and submittals
• Actively coordinate with all other internal/external team members on projects
• Work with the Authority Having Jurisdiction, team, contractors and owners to create a safe working environment for the occupants while still completing the mission.
• Perform field investigations of completed design to verify accuracy of design and perform/witness acceptance testing/commissioning
• Provide presentations and training at events concerning updates to codes and regulations.

The Black & Veatch Special Projects Corp. has its mission to provide a full range of services to our primary client base - U.S. Government agencies and departments. With the unique skill sets we have developed during the 100-plus years of service to our U.S. Government agencies client base, we are able to provide one-of-a-kind solutions to complex mission objectives that arise out of specific challenges faced by and unique to these agencies. Our primary areas of focus are: Architecture/Engineering (A/E) Services, Defense Program, Design/Build, Classified, and Environmental.

Preferred design experience related to any of the following subject matters:

• Federal industry experience
• Familiarity with the Unified Facilities Criteria
• European Code experience
• Design Build Experience
• Fire / smoke modeling
• Fire protection degree
• Knowledge of REVIT / AutoCAD / Autodesk products

Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either a recognized accredited program in their home country or the country in which the professional is practicing. Minimum of 1 year related work experience. Assigned to projects for U.S. Government Agency/Department clients. Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.

Engineer in training (EIT) preferred and in active pursuit of Professional Engineer (PE) license. Security Clearance or ability to get one.

This position would require working in a typical office environment. The position may entail prolonged periods of sitting and computer use, and the professional would ideally be able to maintain focus and attention to detail throughout the workday. The position may also be require physical tasks during site visits, including crouching, grasping, and standing/walking for extended periods of time. Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.