Associate Engineer - Fire Protection

About the role

The Associate Engineer – Fire Protection is responsible for reviewing engineering designs, coordinating construction schedules, and overseeing the installation, execution, and management of fire protection systems within a semiconductor facility. The ideal candidate should possess an educational background and relevant experience in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Fire Protection Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing and reviewing drawings, specifications, and related documentation for fire protection systems.
• Support hydraulic calculations and system performance verification to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Aid in selecting appropriate fire protection equipment and materials based on project requirements and budget.
• Participate in fire hazard and risk assessments and learn to identify potential fire safety concerns.
• Learn and develop familiarity with fire protection technologies, applicable codes, and industry standards.
• Assist in ensuring that fire protection designs and installations comply with applicable local, state, and national codes (e.g., NFPA, IBC, IFC).
• Support the review of architectural and engineering drawings to help identify and address fire safety concerns.
• Participate in coordination with architects, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Support preparation of proposals, budgets, and schedules.
• Aid in coordinating fire protection system installations.
• Assist in site inspections.
• Aid in preparing reports and documentation.

Requirements

• Education: A bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience: 0-1 plus years of experience in fire protection engineering design and project management.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in hydraulic calculation software (e.g., AutoSPRINK, SprinkCAD), AutoCAD, and other relevant design tools.
• Knowledge: Working knowledge of NFPA standards (NFPA 13, NFPA 14, NFPA 20, NFPA 72, etc.), International Building Code (IBC), and other applicable codes and regulations.
• Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Strong organizational and time management abilities. Act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Effectively prioritize responsibilities depending on project needs. Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, and employees.

Qualifications

• Language Proficiency: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Nice to have: OSHA 30 Certificate, NICET certification in fire protection systems, NFPA 70E Training, Spanish and Mandarin Chinese skills, CPR/First Aid Trained preferred.
• Additional Requirements: Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license. May be required to travel to other sites within Arizona to perform certain work functions.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Frequent standing and walking for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lifting heavier items with assistance or mechanical equipment.
• Bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching to perform assigned tasks.
• Using hands and fingers to handle, feel, grasp, and operate tools, equipment, or materials.
• Performing repetitive motions involving the hands, wrists, and arms.
• Climbing ladders, stairs, or elevated surfaces as required by the job.
• Maintaining visual acuity sufficient to read labels, instructions, safety signage, and documentation.
• Maintaining balance and coordination while moving materials or operating equipment.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments requiring frequent movement and manual labor.
• Exposure to dust, noise, vibration, and moving mechanical equipment.
• Indoor and/or outdoor work environments, which may include varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Work in confined spaces, elevated areas, or active job sites, depending on project requirements.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, and high-visibility vests.
• Interaction with powered industrial equipment, tools, and vehicles.