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Job Description

Job Description

Fire Protection Engineer / Safety Engineer

Are you a Safety Engineer or Fire Safety Engineer in the the greater Chicago area or willing to relocate then this is an opportunity that could be a great fit for you. The Fire Safety Engineer is experienced in fire suppression and alarm systems knowledge and will have the following responsibilities.

• Read and interpret construction documents, including drawings, specifications, and contracts. Interpret and apply applicable NFPA Standards to the design / layout based on building type, hazard classification, architectural characteristics, etc.
• Ability to compile a complete design analysis including fire hazard classifications, classification of occupancy, partition / separations requirements, means of egress provisions, hydraulic data, fire detection / alarm, mass notification, and smoke management passive and active systems.
• Advise architects, contractors, and owners on fire prevention, code review, education of code requirements, and present the best solution for the owner while educating them on the risks associated with design decisions.
• Perform field investigations to verify accuracy of design and perform / witness acceptance testing / commissioning.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Oversees activities of technicians assigned to work areas to assure compliance with company, state, and federal agency guidelines.
• Manages vendors, external employees, or contract workers.
• Maintains knowledge of current technological advances related to fire protection engineering.
• Performs specialized research applicable to fire protection issues. Maintains a high level of technical expertise by attending schools and seminars where applicable.
• Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of fire protection engineering to resolve unique and complex design problems, which are applicable to the full range of engineering duties concerned with the design, layout and installation of fire suppression, fire alarm and life safety systems used in the various occupancies and industries.
• Experience interpreting, explaining, and ensuring compliance with building codes and other applicable laws, regulations, or standards.
• Develops and recommends policies and procedures relating to fire prevention, fire protection, and fire inspection practices. Recommends policy and procedural changes in fire prevention and suppression activities as appropriate.
• Performs other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the classification.

Qualifications :

Excellent Compensation, Benefits, Career growth and relocation assistance if needed.