DLH
Fire Protection Engineer (
Bethesda, Maryland · Mid
No sponsorship$105k-$110kDetected 17 days ago
Data AnalysisHRISSystems EngineeringPublic HealthResearchCollaboration
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odds of building a lasting career here
47Sponsors, lottery-bound
Cap-exempt (no lottery)0
Sponsors this role80
Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds (Level II)66
Fits your clock70
Sponsors, but it's cap-subject — you still face the weighted lottery (~30% per draw at Level II). Good if you win; have a cap-exempt backup on your list.
Lottery odds assume a STEM candidate.
Personalize to your clock →H-1B wage level
the lottery is wage-weighted — each level is one more entry
Level I$71,0321 entry
Level II$97,2402 entries
Level III$123,4483 entries
Level IV$149,6564 entries
Level III starts at $123,448 — $18,448 above the bottom of this range, and above its posted ceiling.
DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors (17-2111) · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- At DLH, we offer an exceptional work environment that values and prioritizes the well-being and work-life balance of our employees.
- With our hybrid schedule, you will have the flexibility to work both on campus and remotely, allowing you to tailor your workday to suit your personal needs and commitments.
- Joining our team means becoming part of a close-knit community that fosters collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and camaraderie.
Responsibilities
- Review architectural / engineering designs and fire protection system shop drawings for over 50 buildings.
- Evaluate existing building conditions through life safety and hazard analysis surveys.
- This Fire Protection Engineer role involves little to no travel, enabling you to maintain stability and focus on your core responsibilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related engineering field
- 2+ years of general experience in Fire Protection
- Must have a valid Driver's License
- Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance
- Veterans are also welcome to apply.
- Desired Qualifications
- Professional Engineer's License in Fire Protection
- Basic Compensation: $105,000 - $110,000 yearly salary
- The salary range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. The final offer may vary based on skills, experience, geographic location, market conditions, and internal equity. Additional compensation may include performance incentives and program-specific awards. We do not use salary history to determine compensation, in line with applicable law.
Compensation
- $105,000 - $110,000 yearly salary
- The salary range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role at the time of posting.
- Additional compensation may include performance incentives and program-specific awards.
- We do not use salary history to determine compensation, in line with applicable law.
Benefits
- therefore, we offer a 401(k) Retirement Plan, which includes a matching component.
- The final offer may vary based on skills, experience, geographic location, market conditions, and internal equity.
Company info
- DLH delivers improved health and national security readiness solutions for federal programs through science research and development, systems engineering and integration, and digital transformation.
- DLH is dedicated to the idea that "Your Mission is Our Passion" and brings a unique combination of government sector experience, proven methodology, and unwavering commitment to innovation to improve the lives of millions.
- Our company proudly supports the National Institute of Health (NIH), contributing to meaningful initiatives that have a positive impact on society.
- Our experts in public health, performance evaluation, and health operations solve the complex problems faced by civilian and military customers alike by leveraging advanced tools - including digital transformation, artificial intelligence, data analytics, cloud enablement, modeling, and simulation, and more.
Equal opportunity
- DLH Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. DLH will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled Veterans who need assistance to apply.
- DLH is committed to maintaining a fair and authentic interview process
- DLH Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
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