ERG

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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