Description
Protection Development, Incorporated is a consulting-engineering firm located in San Antonio, TX. Our staff work as a team to provide exceptional service to our clients. It is our desire to hire an experienced Texas licensed P.E. with strong technical skills and a desire to build ownership in PDI to lead our engineering efforts in a growing Texas market.
Here is what you do:
The FPE will handle multiple projects at one time and the projects will vary in scope and type of project (office, residential, warehouse, industrial, etc.). Engineering and project management are the primary duties of this position. Daily tasks may include:
- Designing fire protection and notification systems such as automatic fire sprinkler, fire pump, fire water storage tank, and fire alarm. The design may include preparing the drawing files, editing specifications, or writing a narrative description of the requirements.
- Reviewing projects for compliance with ICC and NFPA codes and preparing a report of findings.
- Providing creative and code compliant (or equivalent) solutions to fit the needs of our clients.
- Performing site visits to observe and document building conditions and fire protection systems.
- Classifying and evaluating hazardous materials processes and storage in preparation of Hazardous Materials Inventory Statements (aka commodity / occupancy classification letters).
- Attending project meetings and communicating with design team members, clients, owners, and building/fire officials, as necessary.
The Senior Fire Protection Engineer will also participate in business development activities. These activities may include developing relationships with current and potential clients, being active in local organizations, and assisting in the overall growth efforts of the firm.
What we offer:
PDI strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain highly skilled people. To accomplish this, we offer medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid life insurance, a 401(k) with matching contributions, paid holidays, and personal leave benefits. During the interview process, a full explanation of the benefits will be provided.
Compensation will be subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, and skillset.
We seek to provide a flexible work environment to help employees with their work/life balance. The position will be primarily on-site (in our San Antonio office) with some opportunities for remote work.
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Candidates will not be considered from recruiting firms or staffing agencies.
Requirements
This is what you need to be successful:
A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering from an accredited school is required. Candidates must be licensed to practice engineering in the State of Texas or be able to be licensed in the State of Texas upon hire. A minimum of 5 years of experience is desired.
PDI is looking for an experienced FPE to provide leadership and expand our engineering impact. The ideal candidate will also have:
- the ability to work independently and to juggle multiple priorities,
- knowledge of International Building and Fire Code and NFPA Standards with the ability to interpret and apply these codes to projects,
- effective verbal and written communication skills and a strong command of the English language,
- skill in using modeling software such as HydraCAD, CONTAM, KYPipe, and
- expertise using Windows, Office 365, AutoCAD or Revit, Adobe Acrobat or BlueBeam Revu.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
