Fire Protection Engineer, Seattle, Washington

The successful individual will have a minimum of 5 years of experience and be comfortable consulting to internal and external clients. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills along with a high level ability to manage multiple projects at one time. Technical skills will include, but not limited to: automatic suppression system design; fire detection, alarm and communication system design; code analysis; egress analysis; fire resistant construction analysis; smoke control analysis; as well as general fire protection and life safety concepts and research.

Educational Requirements / Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited college or university

• P.E. required • Minimum of five years of experience in the fire protection profession

• Equivalent combination of experience and education Required Skills and Duties:

• Possess intermediate level computer skills necessary for daily activities, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, simple graphics, fire dynamic simulation, and a working knowledge of computer aided drafting.

• Manage day-to-day contacts with internal and external clients utilizing experience and technology to meet expectations.

• Perform research and document for internal and external distribution.

• Effectively communicate, both written and verbal, including oral presentations.

• Attend and participate in local and national trade organizations, such as SFPE and NFPA.

• Perform analysis of existing fire protection systems, as well as design new fire protection systems including suppression systems, fire detection, alarm and communication systems.

• Perform building and fire code analysis and interpretation.

• Possess project management skills for managing internal projects as well as external client needs.

Position offers an excellent salary/benefits package, a desirable location, and a professional office environment with the opportunity to work with a collaborative accounting team. My client also offers comprehensive benefits, including a flexible PTO program.