Sr Fire Protection Engineer+

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Sr Fire Protection Engineer to join our growing Ohio Fire Protection Group, based in Cleveland or Columbus, Ohio. This position offers the opportunity to support and lead design efforts on complex and high-profile projects across several markets.  For the right candidate, this position can be remote.

The Ohio Fire Protection Group supports a wide range of building types and industries, giving engineers exposure to nearly every aspect of the fire protection profession. Our projects include federal and DoD facilities, cultural centers, airport infrastructure, laboratory and cleanroom, higher-education buildings, historic renovations, and industrial manufacturing sites. This diversity provides exceptional opportunities for technical growth and cross-market experience.

The selected candidate will collaborate with a diverse team of engineers and architects across the U.S. and will play a key role in delivering technically sound, code-compliant, and innovative fire protection and life safety solutions. The Sr Fire Protection Engineer may serve as technical advisor for the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design active fire protection systems, including automatic sprinklers, standpipes, fire pumps, and fire alarm/mass notification systems.
• Prepare construction drawings, specifications, narratives, and Basis of Design (BOD) documents using AECOM templates and standards.
• Develop hydraulic calculations in accordance with NFPA standards, UFC 3-600-01, and project-specific criteria.
• Support the design of special hazard systems (e.g., clean agent, water mist, foam, explosion control) as applicable.
• Conduct code reviews in accordance with the IBC, IFC, NFPA (13, 14, 20, 72, 2001, etc.), and UFC standards.
• Participate in multi-discipline coordination meetings and collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural teams.
• Review contractor submittals and RFIs, and provide construction-phase support, including field inspections and acceptance testing observation.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program and minimum of 6 years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• U.S. citizenship due to the nature of the work
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Revit and AutoCAD
• Familiarity with NFPA standards and the International Building and Fire Codes
• Experience designing sprinkler and/or fire alarm systems

Additional Information

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

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