Fluence · 10 hours ago
Fire Protection Engineer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expFluence is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. As a Fire Protection Engineer I, you will support the safe deployment and operation of Fluence products by interpreting fire code requirements and developing compliance solutions, contributing to ongoing improvements in Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) fire protection.
EnergyEnergy StorageRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to interpret fire code requirements and translate them into effective product design, permitting, and compliance solutions
Apply fire protection engineering expertise and practical experience to diagnose and solve technical issues
Develop and implement code compliance matrices to accurately capture and translate fire code requirements
Identify and address fire code deficiencies, including unique requirements from local jurisdictions and AHJs
Support, develop, and deliver training to internal teams, customers, and Fire Departments on appropriate first‑responder actions during thermal events within an array
Participate in technical issue management to streamline issue identification, understanding, and resolution
Stay current with industry code updates, emerging trends, and evolving technologies to continuously improve fire safety and support company growth
Provide additional capacity in sales support, permitting activities, testing programs, and participation in industry technical committees (NFPA, IEEE, UL, CESA, ACP, EUCG)
Support large‑scale testing initiatives, international certification efforts, permitting reviews, regulatory engagements, and mentoring of junior engineers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fire Protection, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent engineering background
10–15 years of relevant engineering experience
Fire Protection Design experience
Experience developing code compliance documentation
CFM fire modeling experience
Fire Protection permitting knowledge and experience
Demonstrated ability to work independently on complex projects
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex fire code requirements and convert them into sound technical solutions
Proven ability to work cross‑functionally with diverse teams
Demonstrated initiative and success in fast‑paced, dynamic environments
Preferred
Strong fire modeling capabilities and experience negotiating with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)
A proactive mindset with a high degree of ownership and a “whatever it takes” attitude
Forward‑thinking approach with diligence in problem resolution
Commitment to continuous learning, especially in the rapidly evolving field of BESS fire protection
Company
Fluence
Fluence makes energy storage technology solutions and services. It is a sub-organization of AES.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$525MKey Investors
Qatar Investment Authority
2024-12-10Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2023-12-05Post Ipo Secondary
2021-10-28IPO
Leadership Team
Julian Nebreda
President & CEO
Brett Galura
SVP & CTO
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