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Burns & McDonnell · 1 day ago

Assistant Fire Protection Engineer- Mission Critical (Fort Worth)

Fort Worth, TX

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, focusing on fire suppression, fire alarm, smoke management, and life-safety systems, while ensuring compliance with safety policies and standards.

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

Fire water supply infrastructure including fire water storage tanks, fire pumps, underground and aboveground distribution piping and associated appurtenances

Outdoor fire suppression systems including monitors, spray systems, and exposure protection systems

Addressable and non-addressable voice evacuation fire alarm systems including initiation devices, supervision devices, and audible and visual notification appliances

Releasing systems for pre-action, foam/water, and clean agent 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 SystemsHydraulic AnalysisBuilding CodesNFPA StandardsMicrosoft Office SuiteTeam BuildingCritical ThinkingLeadership SkillsCollaboration

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

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

Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located