Entry - Mid Level Fire Designer/Engineer

About the role

We provide total building system design and construction services across multiple high-growth markets throughout the country for industry leaders. You'll get to use your talent to work on projects for some of the biggest names in mission-critical, higher education, sports, healthcare, grocery, restaurant, and retail within the sectors we serve in business, community, grocery, health, retail, and venue.

Responsibilities

• Performs calculations and designs basic engineering systems in collaboration with experienced design staff.
• Prepares system layouts, detailed drawings and schematics.
• Reviews shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
• Prepares or modifies reports, plans and designs for projects.
• Acts as a mentor to less experienced designers.
• Supports business development or pursuit activities.
• Participates in client, company and/or industry events to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Fosters a client-centric mindset and approach.
• Communicates with clients as needed for the development and coordination of requirements and scope of work.
• Sometimes visits job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
• Identifies and seeks to fill gaps in industry and/or discipline knowledge on a continuous basis.
• Maintains knowledge and understanding of common industry software, including Revit, Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office products.
• Researches and reviews new products, industry trends and evolving codes and standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering (mechanical, electrical, fire protection or architectural) and 1 year of relevant experience or 4 years of experience with high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam preferred.
• Additional certifications and accreditations aligned with the relevant technical field (e.g., BEMP, CPD, CDP, NICET, RCDD, etc.) preferred.
• Basic proficiency in engineering design: basic knowledge of the A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards.
• Knowledge may be applicable to a limited range of practice, project or program types.
• Proficiency with Revit and Bluebeam Revu preferred.
• High technical aptitude: ability to learn, understand and utilize various systems and processes.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with all levels in a clear and concise manner.
• Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Team oriented and willing and able to function in a highly collaborative environment, in group projects and leading less experienced designers.
• Ability to receive constructive feedback and adjust to coaching.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and engineering design software applicable to your discipline or focus.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering (mechanical, electrical, fire protection or architectural) and 3 years of relevant experience or 6 years of experience with high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam preferred.
• Additional certifications and accreditations aligned with the relevant technical field (e.g., BEMP, CPD, CDP, NICET, RCDD, etc.) preferred.
• Certifications and accreditations aligned with sustainability backgrounds (e.g., CDP, LEED, WELL, etc.) preferred.
• Intermediate knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards required.
• Knowledge applicable to a range of practices, project or program types preferred.
• Intermediate proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam Revu required.
• High technical aptitude: ability to learn, understand and utilize various systems and processes.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with designers at all levels in a clear and concise manner.
• Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Team oriented and willing and able to function in a highly collaborative environment, in group projects and leading less experienced designers.
• Ability to work independently as needed.
• Adapts to changing work environments, priorities and organizational needs.
• Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback and adjust to coaching.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and engineering design software applicable to your discipline or focus.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.

Skills

• Basic proficiency in engineering design: basic knowledge of the A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards.
• Intermediate knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards.
• High technical aptitude: ability to learn, understand and utilize various systems and processes.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with all levels in a clear and concise manner.
• Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Revit and Bluebeam Revu.
• Ability to research and review new products, industry trends and evolving codes and standards.

Benefits

• Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• Paid Training for Professional Development.
• Performance Bonuses.
• Comprehensive and extensive insurance.
• Paid Term Life and Disability.
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time.
• Financial Wellness & Coaching Program.

Pay

Individual salaries may be higher or lower than the stated range depending on factors unrelated to the applicant’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, or disability. Salary can vary from this range based on geographic cost of labor statistical differentials.

Schedule

Individual schedules may vary based on project needs and company requirements.