Engineer A/B - Expedited Plans Review

Minimum Qualifications
Engineer A:
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering or in a field related to the job, plus four (4) years of engineering experience acquired before and/or after licensing as a professional engineer.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, must have the ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within six (6) months of employment.

Engineer B:
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to engineering, plus six (6) years of experience in engineering acquired before and/or after licensing as a professional engineer.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, must have the ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within six (6) months of employment.

Notes to Applicants
POSITION OVERVIEW :
Salary Information:
Engineer A: $38.97 - $50.67
Engineer B: $41.70 - $54.21
Responsibilities:

As a Fire Protection Engineer you’ll be at the forefront of ensuring compliance of the Austin Fire Code for a variety of exciting construction projects. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Expedited Plan Review: Collaborate with a diverse team of eight plan reviewers to facilitate reduced plan review turnaround times and issuance of building permits. Dive into the intricacies of building permit plan submittals, ensuring they comply with the Austin Fire Code.
• Technical Expertise: Perform the review of engineering design projects, bringing your technical proficiency in the application of the International Fire Code, International Building Code, and various NFPA standards. Tackle complex and priority projects to verify that all pertinent fire code issues are addressed.
• Design Collaboration: Participate in preliminary design meetings with design professionals to identify required fire protection systems and features. Engage in discussions about acceptable design options for technically complex building projects.
• Alternate Methods of Compliance: Showcase your expertise by evaluating and making recommendations for proposed Alternate Methods of Compliance, ensuring equivalency with prescriptive code provisions.
• Interdepartmental Coordination: Collaborate with the Austin Fire Department inspectors, providing technical assistance and clarification on approved building plans and installed conditions. Coordinate code interpretations and applications with other City departments and agencies, including the City of Austin Development Services Department.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• A vibrant and inclusive work culture.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the safety and development of Austin.

Employment Application:
Please make sure your application is complete. This includes: previous job title, work experience, job begin and end dates. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Travel:
If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
Credentials & Education:
If you are selected as a Top Candidate for this position, verification of your credentials and education will take place. This includes Education and required Licenses, and Certifications.
Additional Information:

• All Interviews for this job posting will be conducted virtually via Microsoft Teams.
• The Austin Fire Department may close this job posting at anytime after 7 days.
• Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and wellness benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information .

Pay Range
Please see Notes to Applicants.
Hours
7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
AFD’s Engineering Division offers a flexible work environment that may include remote work options
Job Close Date 02/29/2024 Type of Posting External Department Fire Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr., 3rd Floor - Austin, TX 78752 Preferred Qualifications

• Regulatory Proficiency: Possess a solid working knowledge of the International Fire Code and International Building Code, navigating the complexities of fire safety regulations with ease.
• Standards Acumen: Demonstrated familiarity with various NFPA standards, including NFPA 13, 14, 20, and 72, ensuring adherence to industry benchmarks.
• Construction Plan Literacy: Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering design drawings, technical specifications, engineering analyses, computer modeling outputs, and safety data sheets.
• Analytical Expertise: Strong analytical skills to perform complex analyses, determining compliance with applicable codes. This includes the ability to evaluate alternate methods of compliance or performance-based design.
• Effective Communication: Proficient in conveying code requirements both orally and in writing to design professionals, fostering clear understanding and compliance.
• Customer-Focused: Exhibit excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, ensuring positive interactions and collaborative problem-solving.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Engineer A
Engineer B
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Engineer A
Engineer B
Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This position requires a graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering or in a field related to the job, plus four (4) years of engineering experience acquired before and/or after licensing as a professional engineer. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, must have the ability to obtain a Texas P.E. license within six (6) months of employment. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* Do you have experience as a Fire Protection Engineer? Yes/No If yes, please describe your experience and your longevity in this field.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have knowledge or experience with the International Fire Code (IFC) and the fire protection provisions of the International Building Code (IBC)? If so, briefly describe. If not, please indicate No Experience/Knowledge.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have knowledge or experience of various National Fire Protection (NFPA) standards including NFPA 13, NFPA 72, NFPA 14, and NFPA 20? If so, briefly describe. If not, please write No Knowledge/Experience.
(Open Ended Question)
* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter