Fire Protection Engineer

Role Description

Arcadis is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer (Grade6) to support the design, analysis, and implementation of fire protection systems across a range of projects. The role will work under the guidance of senior engineers while independently delivering defined work packages and contributing to project success.

• Support the design and development of fire protection systems including:
  • Sprinkler systems
  • Fire alarms
  • Clean agent/suppression systems
  • Special Hazards Systems
• Perform fire risk assessments and hazard analyses
• Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, and technical reports
• Review building plans and ensure compliance with fire codes and standards (e.g., NFPA, FM Global, IFC, IBC, UFC)
• Conduct site visits, inspections, and field assessments
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, architectural)
• Assist with system testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting
• Support senior engineers with project delivery, coordination, and client communication
• Contribute to continuous improvement of fire safety strategies and design solutions

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Typically 2+ years of relevant experience in fire protection engineering
• Working toward or holding:
  • EIT required
  • PE preferred (or in progress)
• Experience with:
  • Fire protection system design, codes and calculations
  • Codes and standards (NFPA
    13,14,20,22,24,30,72)
  • Design tools (AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Hydra Cad, Sprink Cad FDT or similar)
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills

Salary range: $76,000 – $105,000 (varies by experience, education, budget, site and location). Benefits include medical, dental, vision, EAP, 401(k), STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program, wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement, nine paid holidays, and 15 days PTO that accrue per year.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and a diverse, inclusive workplace. Arcadis offers a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.