LIFE SAFETY SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Tampa, FLORIDA

JOB

REFERENCE ID

26-01881

JOB TYPE:

Contract

LOCATION

Tampa, FLORIDA

PAY RATE:

$48 - $88

POST DATE:

August 14, 2026

: Job Summary

This job opportunity is available at any location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a U.S.-based office, but we intend to hire the best candidates. We are reinventing tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery, and cutting-edge manufacturing. We are turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Join us, and you'll have the chance to work on data center facilities projects as part of a vibrant, dynamic team that delivers world-class designs for well-known clients around the world.

Responsibilities

Work on various projects assigned by a Department Manager, playing a role in the entire design process, including preliminary assessments, concept creation, leading designs with support, problem resolution, drawing and specification production, on-site construction administration services, and customer and vendor accessibility.

Ensure that projects are completed on time while providing technical design leadership of systems for data center buildings, including fire alarm and detection systems, smoke control systems, fire protection systems, and other life safety or low voltage systems.

Travel a minimum of 25% to various job sites, assisting in construction administration services, including punch walks, witness testing, and design assistance and support.

Provide code-compliant asset protection and fire mitigation and life safety solutions, offering guidance to co-workers and receiving solutions from senior design professionals to take ownership of various projects.

Interface directly with client counterparts in designing facilities and state and local code officials, providing calculations, equipment size and quantities, equipment and construction specifications, network diagrams, and construction deliverables in both 2D and 3D platforms for a constructible design.

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Knowledge and design experience with Fire Alarm Systems and related manufacturers' equipment, including VESDA systems

Experience in the field installing, inspecting, or testing fire alarm systems

Familiarity with manufacturers such as Notifier, Edwards, and Xtralis

Knowledge of

IBC, IFC, NFPA101

Life Safety Code, and NFPA 72 Fire Alarm and Signaling Code

Knowledge and application of NFPA 70 (NEC) and electrical design requirements

Knowledge of general design and construction specifications

Experience leading projects and managing resources

Preferred:

At least 4 years of Autodesk Revit design experience

Professional Engineering (PE) license

Knowledge of

NFPA 75, NFPA 76, NFPA

2001, and NFPA 13 codes

Design experience in data centers

Experience mentoring junior staff

Experience estimating and scheduling mid-to-large-scale projects

Additional Information

The base salary range for this position is $48 to $88 hourly. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between offices/projects and remote locations, enabling them to deliver their best work.

Benefits

PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply. Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.