Senior Fire Protection Engineer
@ AECOM

Orange, California, United States
On Site
Full-time
Posted 17 days ago

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About AECOM

At AECOM, we are delivering a better world by improving commutes, ensuring reliable utilities, and transforming skylines. As a Fortune 500 firm with $16.1 billion revenue in FY2024, we are a trusted global infrastructure consulting leader with over 50,000 professionals working on groundbreaking projects.

Job Overview: Senior Fire Protection Engineer

This role is based in the Orange, CA office and plays a lead role in the design, testing, and inspection of fire protection and life safety systems. You will be the senior technical resource providing expert guidance and developing procedures for efficiency and effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design fire sprinkler, fire alarm, and special suppression systems.
  • Develop life safety code compliance plans and permit documents.
  • Advise project teams on complex fire protection challenges.
  • Review design calculations and technical drawings for accuracy and compliance.
  • Prepare detailed technical specifications and cost estimates.

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering along with 6+ years of relevant experience is required. A Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent certification is necessary. Preferred candidates have 8+ years experience and a Master’s degree.

Work Environment & Additional Information

This role offers a hybrid work schedule. You will be based in Orange, CA with occasional site visits and interdisciplinary meetings. AECOM provides comprehensive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.

Key skills/competency

Senior Fire Protection Engineer, fire design, sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, life safety, technical guidance, code compliance, cost estimation, quality control, project management

How to Get Hired at AECOM

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize Resume: Highlight fire protection and engineering expertise.
  • Research AECOM: Understand their projects and global impact.
  • Leverage Certifications: Emphasize PE license and relevant skills.
  • Prepare Examples: Detail previous fire protection projects in interviews.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review fire protection codes and standards.
Practice design calculations and system software.
Study technical specification documents.
Review case studies on fire safety systems.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging project and resolution.
Explain teamwork in interdisciplinary projects.
Detail communication with technical teams.
Discuss time management on multiple tasks.

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