Fire Design Protection Engineer (100% Remote)

We're partnering with a leading engineering organization to hire a Fire Protection Engineer who will support the design, analysis, and implementation of fire protection systems and programs for complex industrial and energy facilities. This is a 100% remote opportunity, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams on impactful projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform fire hazard analyses, fire risk assessments, fire area evaluations, and engineering calculations.
• Support upgrades and modifications to fire protection systems, including:
  • Fire detection and alarm systems
  • Fire suppression systems
  • Fire barriers, fire doors, and fire dampers
  • Fire pumps and water supply systems
  • Passive fire protection features
• Apply fire protection codes, standards, and regulatory requirements throughout project lifecycles.
• Develop technical reports, engineering evaluations, calculations, specifications, and procedures.
• Support the design, testing, inspection, and maintenance of fire protection systems.
• Participate in engineering reviews and modification projects to ensure fire protection requirements are met.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex technical challenges.
• Provide engineering support for a variety of industrial, power generation, and energy-related projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Professional experience in fire protection engineering or a related engineering field.
• Knowledge of fire protection systems, fire dynamics, fire risk assessments, and fire hazard analyses.
• Experience interpreting and applying fire protection codes and standards.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Experience supporting nuclear projects is preferred but not required.

Nice to Have

• Experience with nuclear facilities, power generation, utilities, industrial manufacturing, or other highly regulated environments.
• Familiarity with NRC requirements, NFPA standards, NFPA 805, Appendix R, or similar fire protection programs.
• Experience with fire modeling, risk assessments, or probabilistic risk assessment (PRA).
• Background supporting regulatory audits, inspections, or compliance initiatives.

Work Environment

• 100% Remote – Work from anywhere in the U.S.
• Flexible schedule and strong work-life balance.
• Collaborative engineering culture focused on technical excellence and professional growth.
• Opportunities to support high-impact projects across the energy and industrial sectors.
• Occasional travel may be required based on project needs.

Nuclear project experience is preferred but not required. Candidates with strong fire protection engineering backgrounds from other industries are encouraged to apply.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $72.00/hr.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)