Fire Protection Engineer at ERG

Indian Head, Maryland, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Defense, Engineering, GovernmentIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering
  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant fire protection engineering experience
  • Working knowledge of fire codes and design standards (NFPA, ICC, DoD/UFC, etc.)
  • Hold or actively pursuing an Engineer in Training (EIT) designation
  • Experience designing fire alarm systems and sprinkler systems and developing related drawings and specifications
  • Strong communication and technical writing skills
  • Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance
  • Must be a U.S. citizen

Responsibilities

  • Develop and review facility fire protection and life safety designs
  • Support the design and integration of fire alarm, high-speed suppression, and detection systems within multidisciplinary engineering project teams
  • Conduct site visits to document the existing condition of fire protection systems, develop new requirements based on planned use, and create preliminary scopes and cost estimates for projects to improve fire protection systems
  • Prepare technical memoranda/reports to document compliance with the design scope
  • Review, evaluate, and critique fire protection system designs working closely with architect and engineering (A/E) firms
  • Collaborate closely with senior Fire Protection Engineers on project design and development

Skills

Fire Protection Design
Life Safety Systems
Fire Alarm Systems
High-Speed Suppression
Detection Systems
Code Compliance
Facility Design
Site Visits
Cost Estimation
Technical Reports
Multidisciplinary Engineering

ERG

Consulting for public health and environmental safety

About ERG

ERG focuses on consulting services aimed at enhancing public health, environmental safety, and worker health and safety. The firm provides specialized expertise to government agencies, communities, and businesses, helping them tackle complex challenges in these areas. ERG's services include assessing environmental and occupational hazards, ensuring food and drug safety, planning sustainable facilities, and improving worker safety. What sets ERG apart from its competitors is its commitment to inclusivity, particularly in working with small businesses that are disadvantaged, minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, and service-disabled veteran-owned. This approach not only enriches ERG's expertise but also supports the growth of these enterprises. The goal of ERG is to create a positive impact by promoting fairness, equity, and social justice in all its projects and partnerships, ultimately leading to safer and healthier communities and workplaces.

Oslo, NorwayHeadquarters
1984Year Founded
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Consulting, Government & Public Sector, Social ImpactIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Hybrid Work Options
Profit Sharing
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Increased scrutiny on tire emissions may require more comprehensive analysis and strategies.
Collaboration with over 60 entities could lead to coordination challenges and delays.
Commitment to small businesses may expose ERG to financial risks if partners falter.

Differentiation

ERG specializes in environmental and public health consulting services.
The firm partners with diverse clients, including government agencies and small businesses.
ERG emphasizes social justice and equity in its projects and partnerships.

Upsides

Increased demand for environmental consulting due to awareness of non-exhaust emissions.
Expansion of government funding for environmental projects, as seen with the $85M EPA contract.
Growing interest in sustainable facility planning aligns with ERG's expertise.

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