Jensen Hughes · 1 week ago
Senior Fire & Egress Modeling Engineer
Baltimore, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expJensen Hughes is a leader in fire protection engineering with a legacy of responsibility since 1939. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior Fire and Egress Modeling Engineer to lead fire and egress modeling projects for various structures, ensuring compliance with safety standards and optimizing evacuation strategies.
Mechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Develop fire and egress models using advanced computational tools and techniques, ensuring accuracy and reliability in predicting fire behavior and occupant egress patterns
Apply performance-based design principles to assess fire and life safety strategies, including smoke control systems, evacuation plans, and structural fire protection measures
Interpret and apply relevant building and fire codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., NFPA, IBC, ASCE) to ensure compliance with applicable requirements and guidelines
Conduct qualitative risk assessments to evaluate the potential impact of fire events on building occupants, property, and business operations, and recommend risk mitigation strategies as needed
Incorporate human behavior modeling into fire and egress simulations to account for variations in occupant response to emergency conditions and optimize evacuation strategies accordingly
Collaborate with architects, structural engineers, HVAC designers, and other stakeholders to integrate fire and egress modeling into the overall building design process, facilitating interdisciplinary coordination and design optimization
Evaluate the performance of fire protection systems and egress components (e.g., exit widths, travel distances) through sensitivity analysis and optimization studies, identifying opportunities for improvement and efficiency
Serve as a technical advisor to clients, providing expert guidance on fire and life safety strategies, code compliance issues, and performance-based design solutions, and addressing client inquiries and concerns throughout the project lifecycle
Provide training and mentorship to junior engineers and team members on fire and egress modeling techniques, software tools, and best practices, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing within the organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
Minimum of 7 years of experience in fire protection engineering or a related field, with a focus on fire and egress modeling
Proficiency in industry-standard fire and egress modeling software tools, such as FDS, PyroSim, Pathfinder, etc
Strong understanding of fire dynamics, egress analysis principles, and relevant building and fire codes and standards (e.g., NFPA, IBC, etc.)
P.E. License in Fire Protection Engineering
Five (5) or more years of experience as a project manager for projects including performance-based design, fire and egress modeling, with the ability to lead and execute multiple projects simultaneously
Existing client-base with a willingness to grow in new areas
Ability to review smoke control and egress modeling performed by others
Ability to prepare thorough technical reports documenting modeling and analysis results
Ability to present the information prepared by you and / or others to clients and AHJs
Company
Jensen Hughes
Jensen Hughes is a life safety engineering and consulting service for the government, healthcare, science and technology.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2015-12-08Acquired
Leadership Team
Sanford Tassel
Chief Financial Officer
Pankaj Duggal, AICP, AIA Int’l Assoc
President & Chief Operating Officer
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