Fire Protection Engineer, PE

Job Details

About the Position

We are seeking a licensed Fire Protection Engineer (PE) to join our growing engineering team. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in designing and implementing fire protection systems across various building types. You will collaborate with internal teams and clients to deliver high-quality, code-compliant fire safety solutions using BIM technologies.

Responsibilities include…

• Fire Protection System Design: Design fire protection systems, including sprinklers, standpipes, fire alarms, and smoke control systems. Perform hydraulic calculations, hazard analyses, and egress modeling.

• Code Compliance: Ensure compliance with NFPA standards, IBC, and other applicable codes and regulations.

• Project Collaboration:Provide technical guidance and support to US and India Production teams throughout the design and construction phases. Review and coordinate fire protection designs with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems.

• Site support: Conduct site visits as needed to support design validation and construction administration.

• Business Development Augmentation: Support Business Development efforts through various activities including representing Pinnacle at industry events, client site visits, participating in media content, networking with target clients within your discipline.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, or related field.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one US state.

• Proficiency in BIM software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks).

• Experience researching and applying U.S. building codes, NFPA codes, IBC, and local fire safety regulations.

• Experience with data centers, hospitals, or other complex facilities is a plus.