Senior Fire Protection Engineer

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AECOM is seeking a talented Senior Fire Protection Engineer to be base in our Orange, CA office. 

This individual will be playing a lead role in design, testing, and inspection of fire protection and life safety systems. They will also serve as a senior technical resource, offering specialized input to studies and design efforts while developing procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of engineering work. Work areas include private, state, federal and military, corrections, transportation, industrial, healthcare, and more.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Design fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, special suppression systems, and more.
• Develop life safety code compliance plans.
• Develop permit documents.
• Act as a technical advisor for project teams, providing expert guidance and addressing complex engineering challenges within the discipline of fire protection and life safety.
• Participate in the interdisciplinary review of project deliverables, ensuring integration and alignment with overall project goals and requirements.
• Develop construction cost estimates and estimates of technical efforts for projects, providing accurate financial assessments and resource planning.
• Utilize your expertise in all steps of completing the discipline component of contract documents.
• Perform quality control reviews of design calculations and drawings, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to standards.
• Prepare detailed technical specification sections, outlining requirements and standards for fire protection systems and components.
• Contribute to the development of engineering budgets and schedules, ensuring that project requirements are met within allocated resources and timeframes.
• Lead fire protection and life safety design for large, complex projects

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field + 6 years of in fire protection engineering or relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education 
• Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent certification.
• US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

• 8 + years of experience in fire protection engineering, including project management and technical leadership.
• Master’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering or Mechanical Engineering 
• Deep understanding of fire protection systems, safety codes, and industry standards.
• Proven ability to develop and review design procedures, cost estimates, and technical specifications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with interdisciplinary project coordination and quality control processes.

Additional information

• Hybrid work schedule is available for this role
• Sponsorship is not available for this role

Work Environment:

• Based out of the Orange, CA office with occasional site visits and interdisciplinary meetings.
• Collaborative and leadership role within a dynamic engineering team.
• Opportunities for professional growth and involvement in complex, high-profile projects.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.