Fire Protection Engineer

Actalent

Seattle, WA(remote)

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$65–$69 Per Hour

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), AutoCAD, Best Practices, Building Codes, Candidate Screening, Code Reviews, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Document Set, Construction Projects, Construction Safety, Construction Support, Continuous Improvement, Data Analysis, Documentation, Documentation Models, Engineering, Engineering Drawing, Fire Alarm, Fire Safety, Fire Suppression/Control, Hydraulic Engineering, Industry Standards, Life Safety Systems, Maintain Compliance, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Mentoring, Model Review, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Network Operations Center, Oil and Gas, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Plumbing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project Design, Project Management Software, Regulatory Compliance, Request for Information (RFI), Risk Management, Safety Codes, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety Systems, Security Equipment, Software Design, Standards Development, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, Value Engineering, Water Supply, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

POSTED

3 days ago

Job Title: Fire Protection Engineer Job Description This role focuses on implementing standardized fire protection mechanical design and related code analysis for data centers. The Fire Protection Engineer applies strong technical and analytical skills to develop and review fire suppression, fire detection, fire alarm, and overall fire safety systems. Working closely with lead fire protection and mechanical engineers, this position drives improvements in design standards, ensures compliance with applicable codes and standards, and supports construction and operations teams to deliver safe, reliable facilities. Responsibilities + Implement standardized fire protection mechanical designs, including fire suppression, fire detection, fire alarm, and overall fire safety systems for data centers. + Drive continuous improvement of fire protection design standards, guidelines, and project approaches under the oversight of a Lead Fire Protection Engineer. + Collaborate with third-party design vendors to review concept designs and designs in progress, ensuring alignment with established design standards, local codes, and requirements of Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs). + Coordinate interdisciplinary fire protection and life safety design elements with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other engineering disciplines. + Work closely with construction, commissioning, and risk management teams to respond to requests for information (RFIs), address value engineering proposals, and resolve technical issues. + Develop, review, and oversee construction documents for fire protection systems, including design drawings, control diagrams, specifications, and related documentation for all trades. + Perform code compliance reviews and ensure design and installation standards meet local codes, NFPA standards, ICC requirements, and other applicable fire protection industry standards. + Evaluate and assess water supplies to support fire suppression system design and performance requirements. + Support and oversee testing, inspections, and submittal reviews for fire suppression and fire alarm systems, ensuring accurate and complete documentation. + Review construction submittals for fire suppression and fire alarm systems, including shop drawings, hydraulic or other calculations, product data, and RFIs. + Meet with AHJs, such as fire marshals, plans examiners, and inspectors, as needed to obtain approval of fire protection features and address code-related questions. + Participate in regular fire protection team meetings and one-on-one sessions with lead fire protection engineers to align on design strategies, project priorities, and technical best practices. + Use engineering project management and design tools, such as Revit and AutoCAD, to produce and review drawings, models, and documentation. + Contribute to the development and refinement of design review processes, specifications, and design standards for fire protection systems. + Support preparation of Code Modification Requests (CMRs) and Alternate Materials and Methods (AMM) proposals when needed to achieve compliant and efficient designs. Essential Skills + BSc or MSc in fire protection engineering, mechanical engineering, or an equivalent engineering degree in a related field, or 5 years of qualifying experience in a related discipline. + A cumulative minimum of 2 years of experience in design engineering or the construction industry related to fire protection engineering, including fire suppression systems, fire alarm and detection systems, fire-resistive construction, and life safety. + Demonstrated experience applying local building and fire codes, National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards, International Code Council (ICC) requirements, and other fire protection industry standards, procedures, and methodologies. + Experience with design review processes, including reviewing drawings and specifications, developing design standards, and performing submittal reviews. + Hands-on experience with construction documentation such as design drawings, controls diagrams, specifications, and related documents for multiple trades. + Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information to diverse stakeholders. + Mechanical engineering and plumbing design knowledge relevant to building fire protection systems. + Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD for creating and reviewing engineering drawings and models. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience working on construction projects for data centers, critical medical facilities, industrial facilities, oil and gas projects, or other large-scale mechanical and power systems. + Experience preparing and supporting Code Modification Requests (CMRs) and Alternate Materials and Methods (AMM) proposals. + Experience collaborating with fire marshals, fire plans examiners, fire inspectors, or other Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) on fire protection design approvals. + Familiarity with engineering project management software to track design progress, documentation, and coordination activities. + Ability to work effectively with lead fire protection engineers and mechanical engineers, contributing to team-based problem solving. + Strong analytical and organizational skills, with a focus on accuracy, completeness, and adherence to standards in all design and documentation activities. Work Environment The role offers a collaborative, engineering-driven environment with significant interaction across fire protection, mechanical, construction, commissioning, and risk management teams. Approximately 5% of the role involves participating in team and fire protection meetings, 40% involves working directly with a lead fire protection engineer on design and code-related tasks, and another 40% involves partnering with mechanical engineers and responding to RFIs. The remaining 15% provides flexible time to focus on additional fire protection tasks, follow-up calls, and specialized technical work. The position includes regular one-on-one meetings with a lead fire protection engineer to support mentorship, professional development, and technical alignment. You will use modern engineering tools such as Revit and AutoCAD, along with project management software, in a setting that emphasizes high standards for safety, code compliance, and technical excellence. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $69.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 1, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: 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. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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