Fire Protection Engineer
Full Job Description
GDM is an award-winning Architecture and Engineering firm with locations in Oregon, Washington, New Mexico, Arizona, Hawaii and Alaska. We are actively looking for a Fire Protection Engineer to join our team. This self-motivated individual will work with all levels of management and staff to perform challenging structural and construction administration projects. Ideal candidates will have experience with a wide variety of fire protection project types to include; fire life safety, building, and fire code compliance.
Daily Duties/Tasks
- Apply fire protection engineering principals and practices to assignments
- Work with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver designs
- Coordinate with clients and peers
- Review all work for completeness and accuracy
- Exchange and archive milestone submittals
- Create project record drawings
Primary Responsibilities
- Perform preliminary and detailed analysis for the design of fire protection projects
- Prepare studies, design reports, engineering plans, and construction specifications
- Evaluate alternative approaches and address technical inquiries
- Provide consultation for life safety, building, and fire code compliance
- Provide engineering support for construction projects on an as-needed basis
- Organize, draft and coordinate production of reports for technical consistency
- Stay informed of evolving standards and software innovations
Experience
- B.S. in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or related engineering fields
- 5 to 10 yrs of experience working on fire protection related engineering projects
- Existing professional registration or ability to obtain within 3-6 months
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and other relevant engineering design software
Expectations
- Ability to exercise judgement and discretion
- Ability to set priorities and manage competing demands
- Demonstrate a reliable, responsive and positive work ethic
- Ability to deliver ongoing education and support to Revit project teams
- Ability to meet critical deadlines
- Possess a strong work ethic and conduct operations with integrity
- Punctuality and occasional travel
Benefits
- Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
- Paid time off – 6 weeks per year
- Retirement 401k – 3% contribution by employer
- Bonus pay up to $17,500 per year
Application Process
Please send resume and cover letter to Adam Goddin, CEO at careers@gdm-ae.com