Fire Protection Engineer

Talascend is currently seeking a Fire Protection Engineer for a contract opportunity with our client in Houston, Texas.

Overview

The role involves designing and specifying fire protection systems for high-tech industry projects, ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards, and coordinating with various engineering disciplines and regulatory authorities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and perform detailed engineering work related to fire protection systems in semiconductor, AI datacenter, or life sciences industries.
• Specify fire protection systems, including sprinkler, deluge, and fire-water systems, along with related equipment like pumps and storage tanks.
• Perform hydraulic calculations to determine system pipe sizes and capacities.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA standards, local regulations, and authority having jurisdiction requirements.
• Coordinate regulatory approvals and manage engineering subcontracts related to fire protection systems.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of applicable codes and standards such as NFPA, ASME, IBC, and IMC.
• Troubleshoot issues on-site and provide technical guidance to team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in fire protection systems within semiconductor, AI datacenter, or pharmaceutical industries.
• Deep knowledge of NFPA 13, NFPA 14, FM standards, and NFPA 214 for deluge systems.
• Experience specifying, designing, and testing fire protection systems and equipment.
• Ability to perform hydraulic calculations and determine pipe sizes for fire water systems.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards including ASME, IBC, and IMC.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to manage multiple tasks under conflicting deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in managing engineering subcontracts and project coordination.
• Familiarity with regulatory approval processes and coordination with authorities having jurisdiction.
Strong interpersonal skills for mentoring and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.