Fire Protection Engineer - licensed FPE

About the role

Bala Consulting Engineers is seeking a talented licensed Fire Protection Engineer (FPE) with leadership capability to lead our Fire Protection (FP) Department and support the function enterprise-wide from select office locations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead FP engineer and technical expert with the ability to answer questions and resolve issues for engineering staff
• Participate in the design of fire protection systems and coordinate with other disciplines on projects - performing calculations and attending review meetings
• Create detailed plans, processes, and procedures for engineering staff to use and abide by
• Propose and oversee budgets and timelines for engineering projects
• Check and confirm the accuracy of the work performed and the methods used by staff
• Communicate and collaborate with other department managers across all office locations
• Prepare and deliver various internal and external engineering-related presentations
• Perform department leader activities including hiring, coaching and training of staff

Requirements

• 7+ years professional experience in fire protection engineering/design
• PE/FPE license required
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering required
• Advanced working knowledge of building codes, Fire codes, NFPA Standards and FM Global Data Sheets
• Proficient in standard engineering procedures with proven critical thinking ability who works analytically in a quantitative problem solving environment
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive
• Ability as part of a team
• Team supervisory experience
• Proficient relevant software skills including Revit, Bluebeam, BIM and MS office
• Skilled technical writer

Qualifications

• Advanced technical knowledge in fire protection engineering
• Experience leading and managing engineering teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent project management and budgeting skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team

Skills

• Fire protection engineering
• Project management
• Technical writing
• Leadership

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (8) paid holidays
• Volunteer Time Off
• Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
• Federal Student Loan Assistance including match up to $5,250 per year
• Section 529 Plan (College Saving Plan)
• Employee Referral Program

Pay

Market competitive salary structure

Schedule

Full-time