Fire Protection Engineer

Fire Protection Engineer (with Fire Safety Certificate) Position Summary The Fire Protection Engineer is responsible for developing and implementing fire prevention and protection strategies across building systems, industrial facilities, and infrastructure projects. This role ensures compliance with local, state, and federal fire codes while applying engineering principles to reduce fire risk and enhance life safety. A valid Fire Safety Certificate is required. Key Responsibilities Fire Protection System Design Design and review fire suppression, detection, alarm, and smoke control systems, including sprinklers, clean-agent systems, and fire pumps. Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, and calculations for fire protection systems. Evaluate building layouts to ensure compliance with NFPA, IBC, IFC, and other applicable codes. Fire Risk Assessment and Analysis Conduct fire hazard analyses, fire modeling, and risk assessments for new and existing facilities. Identify potential fire hazards and recommend mitigation strategies. Perform egress analysis and life safety evaluations. Code Compliance and Documentation Interpret and apply fire codes, standards, and regulations. Prepare technical reports, code compliance documentation, and engineering assessments. Coordinate with local fire authorities and regulatory agencies for permits and inspections. Construction Support and Inspections Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of fire protection systems. Conduct site inspections to verify compliance with design specifications and safety standards. Provide technical guidance to contractors, architects, and project managers. Emergency Preparedness and Safety Programs Develop fire safety plans, evacuation procedures, and emergency response protocols. Deliver fire safety training to employees and building occupants. Participate in incident investigations and recommend corrective actions. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Valid Fire Safety Certificate. Knowledge of NFPA standards, building codes, and fire protection engineering principles. Experience with fire modeling software such as FDS or Pathfinder is beneficial. Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills. Preferred Qualifications Professional Engineer (PE) license in Fire Protection or the ability to obtain one. Three to seven years of experience in fire protection engineering or a related discipline. Experience in industrial, commercial, or government facility fire protection. Familiarity with BIM tools such as Revit or AutoCAD. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Ft Walton Beach, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $125000.00/yr. long term benefits working on civil and federal projects with great government benefitss Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Ft Walton Beach,FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.