What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Protection Engineer position at EGS, Inc.?
EGS is seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Fire Protection Engineer to join our team at a DOE facility (WIPP) located in Carlsbad, NM. This is a long-term full-time contract assignment with top competitive rates and full government Per Diem (including rental car and gas) along with one trip home per month.
Must be a US Citizen.
The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting Fire Hazard Analysis (FHAs), supporting Documented Safety Analysis / Technical Safety Requirements (DSA/TSR) revisions, conducting and reviewing engineering calculations, reviewing Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), and providing expert fire protection guidance and support to site projects. This position reports directly to the Fire Protection Engineering Supervisor.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough FHAs to identify potential fire hazards and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Provide support in the revision of DSA/TSR to include the writing of DSA Statements.
- Conduct and review engineering calculations to verify the adequacy and effectiveness of fire protection measures.
- Review ECNs to assess their impact on fire protection systems and procedures.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide fire protection expertise and guidance on site projects, ensuring compliance with fire safety standards and best practices.
- Stay updated on the latest fire protection technologies, codes, and regulations, and provide recommendations for their implementation as applicable.
- Conduct periodic inspections and audits of fire protection systems and equipment to ensure their proper functioning and readiness.
- Assist in the development and delivery of fire protection training programs for employees, promoting a culture of safety and awareness.
- Participate in incident investigations related to fire protection, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Maintain accurate documentation, records, and reports related to fire protection activities.
- Other duties assigned by management such as becoming qualified as a system engineer.
Preferred Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fire Protection Engineering.
- Registered professional engineer in fire protection.
- Extensive knowledge of fire protection principles, codes, and regulations, including NFPA codes.
- Proven experience conducting FHAs and supporting DSA/TSR revisions.
- Familiarity with engineering calculations and their review process.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess fire protection risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify potential fire hazards and implement appropriate control measures.
- Solid understanding of fire protection systems, equipment, and their maintenance requirements.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and provide fire protection guidance to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex fire protection concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
