Fire Protection Engineer - Fire & Egress Modeling

The role

The Fire and Egress Modeling Engineer will lead and execute fire and egress modeling projects for structures like high-rise buildings, industrial facilities, and transportation hubs. This role involves developing computational models, applying performance-based design principles, and collaborating with various design stakeholders.

What you will do

• Develop fire and egress models using advanced computational tools and techniques.
• Apply performance-based design principles to assess fire and life safety strategies.
• Interpret and apply relevant building and fire codes, standards, and regulations.
• Conduct qualitative risk assessments to evaluate fire event impacts.
• Incorporate human behavior modeling into fire and egress simulations.
• Collaborate with architects, structural engineers, HVAC designers, and other stakeholders.
• Evaluate the performance of fire protection systems and egress components.
• Serve as a technical advisor to clients on fire and life safety strategies.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior engineers and team members.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in fire protection engineering or a related field, with a focus on fire and egress modeling
• Proficiency in industry-standard fire and egress modeling software tools, such as FDS, PyroSim, Pathfinder, etc.
• Strong understanding of fire dynamics, egress analysis principles, and relevant building and fire codes and standards (e.g., NFPA, IBC, etc.)
• P.E. License in Fire Protection Engineering
• Five (5) or more years of experience as a project manager for projects including performance-based design, fire and egress modeling
• Existing client-base with a willingness to grow in new areas
• Ability to review smoke control and egress modeling performed by others
• Ability to prepare thorough technical reports documenting modeling and analysis results
• Ability to present the information prepared by you and / or others to clients and AHJs

Nice to have

• advanced degree preferred

Benefits

• retirement plan
• healthcare coverage
• broad range of other benefits

About the company

Jensen Hughes is a leader in fire protection engineering with a legacy dating back to 1939. Their expertise extends to security, risk-based fields, accessibility consulting, and forensic investigations.