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Burns & McDonnell · 1 day ago

Assistant Fire Protection Engineer- Aviation & Federal (Morristown)

Morristown, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Fire Protection Engineer to assist in the design of multi-discipline projects and the preparation of comprehensive fire protection packages. The role involves working on various projects, assisting in the design and evaluation of fire protection systems, and ensuring compliance with safety policies.

ArchitectureConstructionConsultingHuman Resources

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Assist in the design, specification, and multi-discipline coordination of the following fire protection systems: Wet-pipe, dry-pipe, pre-action, deluge, and foam/water fire suppression systems

Assist in performing and evaluating fire protection calculations including the hydraulic analysis of fire water supply and demand, battery calculations, and voltage drop calculations

Assist in evaluating building and life safety requirements including building area and height limitations, building construction types, fire resistive assemblies and opening protections, occupancy classifications, hazards, building egress, and active and passive smoke management systems

Assist in the construction administration process including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, the review of contractor shop drawings and calculations, field inspections, and testing of fire protection systems

Assist in performing site evaluations and documenting existing fire protection systems

Assist in the preparation and evaluation of project budgets and cost estimates

Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Qualification

Fire Protection EngineeringFire Suppression SystemsFire Alarm SystemsBuilding Codes KnowledgeNFPA Standards KnowledgeEngineering TechniquesNICET CertificationTeam Building SkillsMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication SkillsProblem Solving SkillsLeadership SkillsAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor Degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program required

Bachelor Degree in Fire Protection or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam

Basic knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures

Basic knowledge of building codes, fire codes, NFPA standards, FM Global datasheets, military standards, and refinery/industrial API guidelines a plus

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment, and demonstrated critical thinking skills

Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)

Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem solving skills

Demonstrated leadership skills

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain access authorization to facilities and data of existing and potential clients, including, but not limited to DOE, aerospace, military, food and consumer product manufacturers, pharmaceutical, laboratories, and others necessary to perform work