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

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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

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Fire Protection DesignLife Safety SystemsFire Alarm SystemsHigh-Speed SuppressionDetection SystemsCode ComplianceFacility DesignSite VisitsCost EstimationTechnical ReportsMultidisciplinary Engineering

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Fire Protection Engineer position?

The salary range is $100,000 - $130,000 a year.

Is this Fire Protection Engineer role remote or onsite?

This is a fulltime onsite position at the Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head in Indian Head, MD.

What qualifications and skills are required for the Fire Protection Engineer role?

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, minimum 3 years of relevant experience, working knowledge of fire codes (NFPA, ICC, DoD/UFC), EIT designation or pursuing it, experience designing fire alarm and sprinkler systems, strong communication skills, Secret-level clearance eligibility, and U.S. citizenship.

What is the work environment like at ERG for this role?

ERG provides a vibrant and flexible environment for career development and hires highly motivated individuals skilled in prioritizing, performing, and communicating in a fast-paced setting.

What makes a strong candidate for the Fire Protection Engineer position?

A strong candidate has a Bachelor’s in Fire Protection Engineering, 3+ years of experience, knowledge of fire codes like NFPA and UFC, EIT status, hands-on design experience with fire alarm and sprinkler systems, strong communication skills, and eligibility for DoD Secret clearance as a U.S. citizen.

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