Fire Safety Engineer Reviewer III

Nature and Variety of Work:
Come join our team! Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

Applicant Limit Notice:
Please be advised that applications for this position will be capped at a maximum of 100 submissions. Once this threshold has been reached, the posting will close, and no further applications will be accepted. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly to ensure consideration.

Fire Life Safety Engineer Reviewer III (Engineer Reviewer 3G) – Grade G29 – Building Plan Review Division. This senior‑level professional fire engineer reviewer position involves analyzing and reviewing construction documents and plans, applying basic engineering principles in all phases of plan review, and enforcing County and National Codes, with an emphasis on fire and life safety plan review for residential and commercial buildings.

Work requires sound, independent professional judgment and responsibility to perform technical plan reviews under the general supervision of a higher‑level engineer.

The Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement (DPIE) coordinates and enforces standards that control construction activities before, during, and after construction. Staff from nine agencies work cooperatively on permit processing, business licensing, plan review, inspection and enforcement to promote economic development and protect the safety of County residents, businesses, and visitors through efficient permitting, inspection and licensing services that ensure compliance with established building, zoning and property standards codes.

• Review plans and documents to determine if the project complies with guidelines for fire and life safety, including standards, local and national codes, and regulations such as ICC, NFPA, and the State Fire Code.
• Review fire protection systems shop drawings that encompass a broad scope and complexity for compliance with all jurisdictional codes, applying good engineering practice.
• Perform engineering calculations to determine design adequacy and defend these findings against engineers, architects, and fire protection system designers as necessary. Conduct research on technical literature, codes, and standards when assigned.

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in engineering or a related scientific field (civil, environmental, architectural, mechanical, fire protection, or industrial).
  • At least three (3) years of professional plans review work.
• OR
  • Seven (7) years of professional experience in construction, electrical, mechanical, or fire prevention work, which includes at least three (3) years of professional plans review work.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • ICC or NFPA fire plan review certification.
  • Engineer in training designation.
  • Professional Engineer – Fire Protection Engineering license.

9400 Peppercorn Place, Largo, MD 20774

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of duties, if applicable.
• Successfully pass pre‑employment checks, including reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
• Serve as an essential employee, reporting during standard or non‑standard hours or during emergencies, and remaining at work when other County employees are granted administrative leave.
• Maintain two applicable International Code Council (ICC) Certifications, one in electrical plan review, within 12 months of hire.

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