Fire Protection Engineer

About the Organization

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. (E2) is a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing in a full spectrum of engineering services including, project engineering and design, federal base operations and infrastructure support services, gas pipeline construction and inspection services, environmental consulting and remediation, and information technology services. At E2, we value safety, innovation and collaboration, and we are dedicated to excellence.

Overview

The Fire Protection Engineer (FPE) reports to the WTCC Fire Protection Manager. The FPE is responsible for assisting the WTCC Fire Protection Manager in the implementation of and compliance with fire protection

requirements applicable to commissioning, construction, maintenance, startup, and plant management activities of the Waste Treatment Plant.

Responsibilities

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Completing and maintaining training as identified in WTP Fire Protection Program (FPP).
• Implementation of fire protection program documents and tools.
• Maintain expert knowledge in the field of fire protection.
• Maintaining expertise in fire protection requirements and their associated implementing documents for Commissioning & Operations (C&O) activities.
• Assessing implementation and compliance, identifying and reporting fire protection program deficiencies to the Fire Protection Manager.
• Reviewing and understanding Fire Hazard Analysis for assigned facility/facilities.
• Reviewing and understanding of assigned facility/facilities active and passive fire protection features.
• Reviewing and understanding simplified process flow diagrams, system descriptions, system design descriptions, and facility design descriptions for assigned facility/facilities.
• Reviewing and understanding preliminary and final documented safety analysis for assigned facility/facilities.
• Performing facility assessments in accordance with WTP Fire Protection Facility Assessment schedule and procedure.
• Periodic reviewing and coordinating with Hanford Fire Department to maintain Pre-Fire Plans and familiarization tours.
• Performing and recording monthly facility fire protection inspections in accordance with inspection procedure.
• Meet NFPA 25 and NFPA 72 requirements for a “Qualified Person”.
• Providing technical expertise to operations and maintenance personnel in the implement of fire protection requirements.
• Performing and recording periodic inspections of designated Hot Work areas.
• Performing Technical Safety Requirements inspections, as necessary for assigned facility/facilities.
• Cross training to back-up other fire protection engineers in the implementation of FPP.
• Identifying and implementing actions to promote improvement and correct deficiencies in the implementation of the FFP.
• Assisting in the identification of fire protection attributes in the planning process to ensure work is accomplished in accordance with FPP requirements.
• Mentoring junior level engineers and technicians
• Developing and/or approving compensatory actions for impairments, deficiencies, and system restrictions in accordance with the impairment procedure.
• Support the Waste Treatment Plant Nuclear Safety Quality Culture by emphasizing the values of safety and quality in the performance of work in order to protect self, others, and the environment.
• This job description is not intended to include every duty, task or instruction for which an employee is responsible. Other tasks may be assigned, based on business needs and the department supervisors request

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Fire Science, or a related discipline from an accredited university and 6 years of related experience. In lieu of a degree, high school diploma or GED and 12 years of related experience is required.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check which includes verification of employment and education. Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the Hanford Site.
• Experience in implementing DOE fire protection requirements (DOE O 420.1X).
• Ability to incorporate requirements into project implementing documents and in maintaining the documents in accordance to current source requirements.
• Intermediate knowledge of Access, Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Preferred Requirements

• Possess the right to work and remain in the United States without sponsorship.
• Prior DOE, NRC, or Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program experience.

Benefits

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit/ stand for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.

Drug Free Workplace

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace. After accepting an offer of employment, applicants may be required to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination.  Drug screens will include, but not be limited to, Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Marijuana Metabolites (THC), Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). As a federal contractor, E2 cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician.

Solicitation

Please no solicitation of any kind from agencies, staffing, or recruiting firms.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.