ERG
Senior Fire Protection Engineer
Indian Head, MD · Senior · Part-time
Work authorization required$100k-$180kDetected 1048 days ago
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About the role
- ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications.
- ERG is seeking fire protection engineers with experience designing fire protection systems (FPS) and analyzing existing or planned FPS, for high-hazard areas, such as chemical processing facilities or explosives storage facilities.
- Indian Head is approximately 30 miles from Washington, DC, 25 miles from Alexandria, VA, and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, VA.
Responsibilities
- Primarily requires development of requirements and technical review of design packages as well as occasional design work
- Design FPS supporting construction, renovation, and modernization efforts in accordance with federal and local requirements and industry codes, standards, and guidelines
- Review, evaluate, and critique FPS designs working closely with architect and engineering (A/E) firms
- Conduct site visits to document existing conditions of FPS, develop new requirements based on planned use, and create preliminary scopes and cost estimates for projects to improve the FPS
- Perform fire protection design reviews for facility improvement projects provided by third-party design firms
- Develop or review test plans for new or modified FPS. Assist with planning/scheduling testing
- Prepare technical memoranda/reports to document compliance with the design scope
- Analyze, formulate, and recommend facility fire protection requirements, design, space criteria, and usage through space utilization studies and forecasts
- Lead analyses and solution development for facility planning and management for sensitive testing facilities
- Lead complex activities related to the control and management of cost, schedule, risk, and resource optimization
Requirements
- At least 4 years of relevant experience and a degree in fire protection engineering, or at least 5 years of relevant experience and a degree in another engineering discipline
- Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations
- The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Nice to have
- However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment.
- ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place.
- We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in engineering
- A minimum of 8 years experience is required, 10+ years is preferred
- Must have a PE license
- Demonstrated experience with NFPA 1, NFPA 101, NFPA 13, NFPA 15, NFPA 30, and NFPA 72
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate/communicate effectively with internal/external stakeholders
- Excellent verbal/written communication, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills
- Preferred Qualifications and
- The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.
- ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations.
- Please be aware, the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is https://www.erg.com.
- ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform.
- To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at Resumes-Lex@erg.com or call (781) 674-7293.
Compensation
- ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year
Benefits
- We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance; Must be a U
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