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 of fire protection systems and practices
• Experience with project management and budgeting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Skills

• Fire protection engineering
• Project management
• Technical writing
• Software proficiency (Revit, Bluebeam, BIM, MS office)

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
• 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off
• Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program

Pay

Market competitive salary structure

Schedule

Full-time

Contact Information

Bala Consulting Engineers is a 200-person engineering firm headquartered in Wayne, PA just outside of Philadelphia with full-service offices in New York, NY, Boston, MA, Baltimore, MD, and Washington, DC. Bala is a dynamic growth-oriented company, built on relationships with our clients, staff, and industry partners. At Bala you will enjoy an exceptional employee experience that results in a successful career based on collaboration, leadership and personal development. We are 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.

For more information about Bala Consulting Engineers, please visit our website at www.balaconsultingengineers.com.