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Form of workSmithGroup is an award-winning, multinational integrated design firm with a team of 1,300 experts across 19 offices in the U.S. and China. We employ research, data, advanced technologies and design thinking to help clients solve their greatest challenges. Our specialists develop beautiful, sustainable, future-focused solutions for healthcare providers, science and technology organizations, higher education and cultural institutions, urban environments, diverse workplaces, mixed-use and waterfront developments, and parks and open spaces. We are deeply committed to our promise to Design a Better Future - for our clients, communities and employees. Are you ready to help us get there?
The Phoenix office of SmithGroup is looking for a Entry Level Fire Protection Engineer to join our team.
Working with us, you will:
- Produce assigned engineering work and document changes to engineering drawings as instructed.
- Assist in-house teams in the evaluation/design of Fire Protection and alarm systems for projects of various building types.
- Assist project teams in performing building and life safety code analysis for new and existing buildings.
- Assist project teams in generating life safety drawings and narratives.
- Assist more senior engineers with project tasks.
- Apply/Interpret National Building and Fire Codes and Standards to specific projects.
- Perform building conditions assessments and code compliance surveys for existing buildings, under direct supervision.
An ideal candidate has:
- A bachelor's degree in Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, or Fire Protection Engineering or a degree from a Fire Science program
- An Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, preferred
- Familiarity with REVIT MEP
- Good written and verbal communication skills
SmithGroup offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefit package, including 401(k) and wellbeing resources. We promote a healthy work/life balance for our staff which includes an alternative work schedule that provides employees with an additional 15 days off per year (usually Fridays), as well as hybrid options that give our team flexibility to work within our vibrant office culture or remotely, as needed. We also offer paid time off that is immediately available to new hires, 8 paid federal holidays, and parental leave benefits.
