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PlanIT Group, LLC · 2 months ago

Fire Protection Design Engineer

Monrovia, CA

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

PlanIT Group, LLC is seeking a Fire Protection Design Engineer responsible for ensuring quality and timely deliveries of Fire Protection systems. This role involves working closely with clients and authorities to ensure project compliance and requires an in-depth understanding of Fire Protection design standards.

ConsultingInformation TechnologyManagement Consulting

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Attend project Kick-Off meetings, facilitate design reviews, provide construction inspection (as necessary), and test/commission system deliveries

Plan, direct, and oversee fire protection engineering activities including project execution, testing, and recommend operational spares. This will span to all three locations on the Deep Space Network; including overseas sites

Conduct Fire protection engineering inspections, studies, design, and calculations to meet functional design requirements

Responsible for engineering and/or design function on specific projects, delivering effective and cost-efficient alternatives and solutions for the project

Design, sustain, and provide analysis for new and existing private fire service mains, fire pumping and distribution system, fire suppression system, gas extinguishing system, fire alarm system, and prepare technical specifications

Meet with jurisdictional authorities and clients as needed to resolve compliance questions

Conduct Fire protection engineering inspection, studies, design, and complex calculations

Create Requisitions for Purchase Order approval and payment to vendors

Complete site surveys, identify code issues, and offer compliant solutions

Work with Cognizant Development Engineers (CDEs) and/or field personnel to ensure quality and timely delivery of our services

Maintain and update appropriate technical documentation

Provide remote technical support as necessary to perform field service and additional assistance as required

Analyze and recommend upgrade/expansion strategies

Provide code and standard references, as well as document research, reports, and interpretations for fire protection applications

Continuously review, and maintain a working knowledge of, changing codes, standards, industry specifications and practices to ensure compliance

Perform interpretation and application of local, state, federal requirements, and regulations relative to all aspects of fire protection and life safety both local and at our overseas facilities

Perform all work as necessary to conform to quality control guidelines (includes compliance with requirements outlined in applicable regulations such as: OSHA,NASA, NFPA, NPR, and NEC, etc. as well as following procedures as outlined in the Installation, Technical, Operations, and Safety Manuals)

Develop and deliver reports to clients on recommended updates to ensure compliance and /or operational functionality of fire monitoring, suppression, and/or life safety systems

Attend and participate in local and national professional organizations, such as SFPE and NFPA

Provide peer reviews of colleagues’ work product

Project management skills for managing internal projects as well as external client needs

Visit construction sites or frequent travel with overnight stay

Qualification

Fire Protection Engineering LicenseFire Protection detailed designNFPA codesStandardsAutoCADTechnical auditsFire alarm systemsFire suppression systemsProject managementCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsInterpersonal skillsAttention to detailTeamworkTime management

Required

Minimum of 8-10 years related work experience with Fire Protection detailed design. Highly preferred 10+ years' experience

Fire Protection Engineering License by examination issued by any state in the United States

Experience in interpreting client request and apply design standards to work product

Possess certifications, training, and working knowledge of NFPA codes and standards

Ability to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail, and demonstrate problem-solving skills

Experienced in Plan Reviews

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including oral presentation skills

Prepare and present technical audits, reports, and exhibits

Managing day-to-day contacts with external clients while utilizing experience and technology to meet expectations

Experience in using AutoCAD, and a fire sprinkler program to design fire alarm, fire suppression, and life safety systems in AutoCAD

Visit complexes, including international travel or frequent travel with overnight stay

Possess certifications, training, and working knowledge of NFPA codes and standards including NFPA13, 2001, 70, and 72

This position requires the candidate to be able to obtain a trusted background check and pass a National Criminal Information Check (NCIC). In order to obtain a clearance, you need to be a US Citizen and show proof of citizenship

Preferred

Bachelor's degree, or higher, in engineering technology or sciences preferred or any other degree, specialized training, or experience, that makes the individual uniquely qualified to perform the job responsibilities, preferably Fire Protection Engineering

Certified Fire Protection Specialist, preferred

Working knowledge of Fire, Life Safety, Building Codes, and NFPA Standards

Have a demonstrated track record of successful project management

Strong Interpersonal, analytical and communication skills

Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously

Ability to work on a high functioning team

Flexible and able to think quickly working to resolve design issues and makes decisions

Ability to manage time and meet deadlines and budgets

Working competency with MS Office Suite & MS Project software