We are seeking an experienced Life Safety Systems Engineer to design and manage fire alarm, VESDA, security, detection, and life safety systems for large-scale, mission-critical facilities. This is a long-term role with exciting opportunities to work on cutting-edge semiconductor and data center projects while collaborating with top engineers and architects.
Position Highlights:
Location Options: Tempe, AZ | Austin, TX | Portland, OR | Fort Worth, TX | Pittsburgh, PA
Pay Range: $48 $75 per hour (based on experience)
Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
Travel: Up to 10%
Assignment Term: Through September 2026, with strong potential for extension
What Youll Do:
Lead design of fire alarm, VESDA, security, smoke/leak detection, and life safety systems
Apply NFPA, NEC, IBC, IFC, and hazardous materials codes to ensure compliance
Create 2D/3D models using AutoCAD and Revit MEP
Coordinate with clients, architects, engineers, and code officials
Mentor junior staff and take ownership of projects as engineer of record
What Were Looking For:
Bachelors Degree in Engineering with ability to obtain PE license
4+ years of AutoCAD design experience
Strong knowledge of life safety codes and electrical design standards
Experience with fire alarm systems and manufacturer equipment (VESDA preferred)
PE license, Revit proficiency, and data center/semiconductor project experience are a plus
Numbers & Facts
Location
Portland, OR
Skills
3D Modelingunmatched
AutoCADunmatched
Design Servicesunmatched
Electrical Designunmatched
Fire Alarmunmatched
Hazardous Materials/Substancesunmatched
Large-Scale Systemsunmatched
Life Safety Systemsunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP)unmatched
Mentoringunmatched
National Electrical Codeunmatched
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)unmatched
Netscape IFC (Internet Foundation Classes)unmatched
Network Operations Centerunmatched
Professional Engineerunmatched
Project Engineeringunmatched
Safety Codesunmatched
Safety Engineeringunmatched
Semiconductorsunmatched
Systems Engineeringunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
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