Bureau Veritas North America ยท 1 day ago
Principal Fire Protection and Wildfire Compliance Engineer
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
10+ years expBureau Veritas North America is a world leader in testing, inspection, and certification services, offering exciting employment opportunities. The Principal Fire Protection and Wildfire Compliance Engineer is a senior-level technical expert responsible for managing fire and life safety across the utility's infrastructure, focusing on regulatory compliance and advanced fire protection engineering.
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Responsibilities
Lead the fire protection plan review process for all utility facilities and construction projects, including those with special technical occupancies (e.g., generation plants, advanced control centers) and hazardous environments (e.g., fuel storage, chemical treatment facilities)
Serve as the primary liaison with fire marshals, regulatory bodies, and other authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ) during plan reviews, inspections, and enforcement actions
Develop and maintain a robust system for tracking regulatory compliance, corrective actions, and documentation across all fire protection activities
Conduct advanced risk assessments and loss control evaluations for special technical occupancies and areas with hazardous materials, identifying potential fire ignition sources, propagation risks, and mitigation measures
Specify and review the design of specialized fire suppression systems, detection systems, and fire-resistant construction for these high-risk areas, ensuring compliance with relevant NFPA standards (e.g., NFPA 30, NFPA 850) and OSHA requirements
Evaluate potential environmental impacts and associated regulatory reporting requirements related to fire and hazardous materials incidents
Provide expert guidance and operational readiness evaluation, drawing on fire operations experience to inform the utility's wildfire response plans and procedures
Collaborate with internal and external fire agencies on pre-incident planning, tactical response strategies, and incident command system integration
Conduct post-incident analysis for fires impacting special occupancies or hazardous environments, using findings to drive improvements in engineering, procedures, and training
Assess the effectiveness of the utility's Fire Prevention Plan (FPP) and Wildfire Mitigation Plan (WMP), particularly as they apply to hazardous environments and special occupancies
Manage and evaluate the use of wildfire risk modeling software and operational tools, incorporating specialized data related to hazardous materials and facility vulnerability
Act as a technical subject matter expert for executive leadership and legal counsel, providing clear and concise report on fire protection compliance, loss control, and risk exposure
Lead cross-functional teams involving engineering, operations, safety, and environmental departments to ensure seamless integration of fire and life safety requirements
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive experience in fire protection engineering, including extensive experience with regulatory plan review, field inspections, and loss control
Proven experience conducting fire and hazardous materials risk assessments in industrial or utility settings, particularly involving special technical occupancies and high-hazard environments
Demonstrated experience in fire operations, with a deep understanding of incident command, emergency response, and firefighting tactics
Expert-level knowledge of NFPA codes and standards applicable to utilities and hazardous environments (e.g., NFPA 30, 70, 850, 101)
Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Professional Engineer (PE) license is required
Expert knowledge of fire science, hazardous materials behavior, electrical systems, and relevant regulatory codes (e.g., NFPA, OSHA, EPA)
Advanced proficiency in plan review processes, inspection protocols, and fire investigation techniques
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical and regulatory information to diverse audiences, from field crews to executive leaders
Ability to balance technical requirements, regulatory mandates, and operational realities in a high-risk environment
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) is highly desirable
Company
Bureau Veritas North America
Bureau Veritas is a global leader in the Quality Assurance, Health, Safety & Environmental (QHSE), and Social Responsibility industries.
5001-10000 employees
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