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Henderson Building Solutions · 4 months ago

Fire Designer/Engineer (Mid - Sr)

Dallas, Plano, Texas, United States of America

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

7+ years exp

Henderson Building Solutions is a company focused on innovation and technical excellence in building design and construction. They are seeking a Fire Designer/Engineer III responsible for designing building systems, preparing design documents, and performing engineering calculations, while also mentoring less experienced designers and supporting project management activities.

ArchitectureConstructionConsulting

No H1B

Responsibilities

Performs calculations and designs basic to advanced engineering systems with a high degree of independence

Prepares basic to advanced system layouts, detailed drawings and schematics

Reviews shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications

Prepares, reviews, and/or modifies reports, plans and designs for projects

Produces design documents

Performs research and makes recommendations as to the feasibility of systems or equipment. Evaluates products for their application

Provides technical guidance to others and serves as a team leader

Assists with developing, establishing and maintaining relationships with strategic partners and customers in support of business development and/or pursuit activities

Participates in client, company and/or industry events to build and maintain professional relationships

Fosters a client-centric mindset and approach individually and within their team

Communicates with clients as needed for the development and coordination of requirements and scope of work. Maintains proactive communication throughout the project cycle

Anticipates and answers questions from clients and architects

Visits job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress

Assists in resolving conflicts involving owners, architects and contractors as needed

Identifies and seeks to fill gaps in industry and/or discipline knowledge on a continuous basis

Proactively seeks opportunities for continuous learning and understanding of industry software, including Revit, Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office Products. Acts as a resource for training or assisting others as needed

Research and reviews new products, industry trends and evolving codes and standards

Proactively shares information and updates and related ideas and suggestions for technical and process improvements with peers and leaders

Understands and applies Henderson’s design guidelines, standards, policies and procedures

Performs a limited range of project management responsibilities under the supervision of experienced project managers. Asks questions when performing unfamiliar tasks

May support or be responsible for project coordination activities such as managing emails, coordinating scope and schedule, coordinating design team, attending client meetings, ensuring project quality, responding to client questions and coordinating project delivery

Consistently performs to a higher standard of industry-wide expectations associated with carrying a PE license and being enabled as an Engineer of Record (EOR), including making reasonable engineering decisions and delivering the highest quality of work and accountability to projects

May be enabled as an Engineer of Record, having additional involvement, oversight, responsibility and accountability for the overall signing and sealing of the project

Qualification

Engineering designRevitBluebeam RevuProfessional Engineering (PE) licenseA&E industry knowledgeProject managementClient communicationTechnical guidanceMicrosoft Office proficiencyTeam orientedContinuous learning

Required

Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering (i.e,: mechanical, electrical, fire protection or architectural) and 7 years of relevant experience, or 9 years of experience without degree required. Professional Engineering (PE) license may be counted toward 1 year of direct experience

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required

Advanced knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards required, as well as a broad understanding of other engineering disciplines

Advanced proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam Revu required

Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in the job description

High technical aptitude: ability to learn, understand and utilize various systems and processes. Comfortability with training others on systems and processes

Team oriented and willingness and ability to function in a highly collaborative environment, in group projects and leading less experienced designers. Ability to also work independently as needed

Adapts to changing work environments, priorities and organizational needs

Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a dynamic environment

Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and engineering design software applicable to your discipline or focus

Must be a self-starter, proactive and willing to help others as needed