Principal Fire Protection Engineer

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Principal Fire Protection Engineer to join the team of a leader in the Aerospace & Defense space. This role will lead complex fire protection engineering work that supports critical technical programs and multidisciplinary project teams. The ideal candidate will bring deep knowledge of fire protection systems, applicable codes, and technical evaluation methods to help ensure safe, compliant, and effective solutions. You will also partner closely with clients and internal stakeholders to guide decisions, resolve technical issues, and strengthen project execution.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Responsibilities

• Independently execute complex fire protection engineering assignments across multiple technical areas
• Lead small teams and manage multi-deliverable technical work packages
• Develop and review technical deliverables such as design inputs and technical evaluations
• Resolve and escalate complex technical issues within assigned scopes as necessary
• Facilitate technical discussions with clients and multidisciplinary teams, documenting decisions and assumptions
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior fire protection engineers
• Maintain and enhance technical expertise through continuous learning and participation in technical communities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in fire protection engineering or a related technical discipline
• Demonstrated expertise in fire protection systems and applicable fire codes
• Experience leading complex technical assignments and multidisciplinary project teams
• Strong communication and presentation skills with a focus on client engagement
• Ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits with 401(k) matching
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options available
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Pay

$140,000 – $180,000 annually