Jensen Hughes · 4 days ago
Fire Protection Engineer + Consultant - Modeling
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expJensen Hughes is a leader in fire protection engineering with a legacy of responsibility since 1939. The Staff Consultant will work on diverse projects, providing engineering services and expert guidance on fire and life safety strategies, while collaborating with various professionals to ensure compliance and optimize designs.
Mechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Perform professional-level engineering services such as risk informed applications, piping analysis, structural support qualifications, design/analysis of small structural/mechanical systems, all under the direction of a P.E. or an experienced consultant
Meet client needs and expectations by completing assigned tasks in the time and budget allotted and tracking and documenting time spent on assigned tasks and duties
Assist technically in the resolution of design problems that may include performing field investigations or inspections, detailed design work, detailed preparation or review of design computations done by others, and general coordination of specific design aspects into a project
Compose technical letters and reports to address specific technical concepts as may be needed by assigned tasks
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
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
Apply performance-based design principles to assess fire and life safety strategies, including smoke control systems, evacuation plans, and structural fire protection measures
Develop fire and egress models using advanced computational tools and techniques, ensuring accuracy and reliability in predicting fire behavior and occupant egress patterns
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
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
Submit progress reports to Project Managers and Project Leaders
Effectively communicate with project team members, clients and others
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in structural, civil, mechanical or related engineering field
Three or more (3+) 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
Strong writing skills and ability to produce quality technical reports
Responsible self-starter with problem solving and reasoning skills
Preferred
CAD or Revit experience a plus
EIT preferred with ability to achieve PE
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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