Fire Protection Engineer

Overview
KCI is seeking candidates for a Fire Protection Engineer to expand our in-house Fire Protection Engineering team! We are currently searching for engineer with a B.S. in Fire Protection Engineering (FPE) or related engineering field, from an ABET-accredited 4-yr university as well as a minumum of 2 years of experience. Candidates must be a US Citizen.
Join us as we Rise to the Challenge
At KCI, we're building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee's have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.
THE COMPANY
KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.
KCI is currently ranked #48 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.
KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION
We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.
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We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!
KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
Duties, Responsibilities & Other
This job entails:

• Under the guidance of senior engineers, perform engineering assessments, life safety and code analysis, calculations, and Fire Protection system(s) design.
• Design Fire Protection systems for commercial, institutional, industrial, and mission critical facilities.
• Candidate will work to produce 3-D designs of sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, and means of egress analysis, working to support architects and engineers in building design.
• Candidate will perform code analysis to ensure required features of Fire Protection and life safety are appropriately incorporated into designs.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines within KCI to ensure design satisfies project constraints.
• Receive mentorship from a variety of senior Fire Protection Engineers with different backgrounds and areas of expertise during the candidate's career pathway to Professional Licensure.

Must have skills:

• Familiarity with International Code Council (ICC) codes and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Preferred experience:

• Knowledge of egress modeling and sprinkler layout software.
• General knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit.
• Specific past experience with sprinkler and fire alarm design.
• Knowledge of sprinkler hydraulic calculation software.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate
• B.S. in Fire Protection Engineering (FPE) or related engineering from an ABET-accredited 4-yr university.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 - 4 years of design experience required.
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Performance Expectations

• Complete Annual Individual Training Program
• Train adequate backup personnel to support your role in your absence
• Comply with all KCI policies and procedures
• Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements
• Complete other duties as required/assigned
• Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target(80-85% typical)
• Attend bi-weekly(or more frequently as necessary) meetings with project team on all projects/tasks
• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope
• Consult and coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants as required
• Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters
• Compare field data to base plan
• Conduct site visits and gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes and photographs as needed
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications and cost estimates for review and approval
• Prepare preliminary concept designs and submit for approval
• Read and interpret technical documents needed for performance of job
• Review and approve shop drawings

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.