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HFA · 18 hours ago

Fire Protection Engineer II (32759)

Bentonville, AR

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

HFA is a multidisciplinary architectural, engineering, and interior design firm passionate about protecting people and property through innovative fire protection and life safety design. They are seeking a Fire Protection Engineer II to lead and support various projects, ensuring compliance with safety codes while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with clients and project teams.

ArchitectureIndustrial Engineering

Culture & Values

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Responsibilities

Independently manage multiple projects and client types with minimal supervision

Lead small client teams (1-5 staff) or oversee portions of large-scale projects

Design and draft fire suppression, alarm, and life safety systems, including riser diagrams, underground piping, and smoke control systems

Apply NFPA, IBC, and IFC codes to ensure full compliance and system performance

Perform hydraulic calculations, equipment selection, and specification writing

Collaborate directly with clients, internal engineers, and project teams

Train and mentor junior staff on company standards, software, and design best practices

Provide quality control reviews and assist with project budgets and documentation

Work in an independent manner on several projects and/or client types with minimal supervision from a more Senior Fire Protection Engineer and/or Fire Protection Design Lead

Ability to lead a small client/client team (1-5 staff), medium to large scale projects, or portions of a large project utilizing their experience and education in Fire Suppression and/or Fire alarm systems, controls, and knowledge of national standards

Engineer should utilize education and experience to independently develop, implement, and draft construction documents for most projects (or at least major portions), as well as, solve most design challenges that arise

Apply their knowledge gained through experience and knowledge of recognized national standards for most project types, with minimal oversight from a more Senior Engineer or Fire Protection Design Team Lead

Engineer should have a thorough knowledge of software assisting programs, such as AutoSPRINK and be able to apply throughout the design process. Engineer should have a proficient understanding of NFPA/ICC codes and how it impacts design

Engineer should be able to design and draft fire suppression, fire alarm, fire protection underground supply piping systems, including riser diagrams, for most project types

Engineer should have proficient knowledge of life safety codes / standards and be able to apply towards the design of life safety documents

Engineer should be proficient in AutoSPRINK and REVIT. Engineer should be able to train new employees on company standards, drafting techniques, and answer most technical design questions on most projects for Fire Suppression and Alarm, as well as, life safety and smoke control systems. Engineer should possess a good understanding of national standards (IBC, IFC, NFPA)

Engineer will work in a collaborative environment with Architects and other Engineers to develop construction documents based on a clients' requirements, including performing some project management functions, quality control, or other duties as necessary

Engineer should be able to provide a high level of quality control on all of their own projects as well as others, for final review by a more Senior Engineer or Fire Protection Design Lead

Engineer should be able to select and design fire suppression/alarm systems and equipment, controls and provide hydraulic calculations with minimal supervision on most systems

Engineer could have direct client contact, unless in a strictly technical role

Engineer will work with Fire Protection Design Lead to establish project budgets, if requested, and be able to work within budgets

Engineer should be able to write specifications for most project types

Engineer could serve as the Engineer of Record, with approval from Director or Executive, on most projects or roll-out clients

Qualification

Fire Protection EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) licenseAutoSprinkRevitNFPAICCIBCIFC codesHydraulic calculationsSpecification writingCommunication skillsTeam-oriented mindsetMentoring skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

BS in Mechanical or Fire Protection Engineering (or equivalent experience)

3+ years of experience designing fire protection or alarm systems

Professional Engineer (PE) license required

Proficiency in AutoSprink, Revit, and related design software

Strong understanding of NFPA, ICC, IBC, and IFC codes

Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset

Ability to independently solve complex design challenges and deliver detailed construction documents

Benefits

Medical/dental

Life and disability insurance

Flexible time off

Employee owned and 401(k) with employer match

Company

HFA

Founded in 1990, HFA is a multi-disciplinary architecture and engineering firm specializing in delivering tailored design solutions for businesses of all sizes.

Founded in 1990

Bentonville, Arkansas, USA

501-1000 employees

http://www.hfa-ae.com/

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