Entry Level Fire Protection Engineer - Portland

The OpportunityPAE is seeking a motivated and inquisitive Entry-Level Fire Protection Design Engineer to join our Portland, OR team in a hybrid office environment. This role is designed for a proactive individual looking to build a career in plumbing system design for the built environment. Under the mentorship of experienced project leads, you will transition from academic theory to professional practice, learning to design and model plumbing and engineering distribution systems.

You will play a foundational role in supporting project teams while developing technical mastery in industry-standard software and plumbing codes.

Who We ArePAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality. By leveraging the latest technologies, we solve problems in unique ways, and our designs enable buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient. PAE is trusted by our clients in every aspect of a project's lifespan, from idea to occupancy. We set ambitious goals backed by analysis to significantly conserve water and energy while balancing costs and long-term operational needs.

As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to our clients, our communities, and our planet. We embrace innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity.

What You'll DoDevelop foundational knowledge in fire protection and plumbing system design, modeling, and documentation

Develop proficiency using Revit and AutoCAD as design/drafting tools

Provide task-based support for fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems

Develop an understanding of drawings, specifications, building codes (e.g., NFPA), and fire protection design industry standards

Complete assigned work with instruction from project team members

Assist with construction administration

Perform basic hydraulic calculations for fire sprinkler systems

Perform battery sizing calculations for fire alarm systems

Assist in the layout and design of fire protection systems, including sprinkler, standpipe, and special suppression systems

Contribute to the layout and design of fire alarm systems, including notification appliances, initiating devices, and sequence of operations

May assist in the design layout of plumbing systems, providing task-based support

Perform other duties as assigned

What You Bring Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Fire Protection preferred)
Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) or ability to obtain

Prior internship or cooperative education experience in building systems or fire protection preferred

Revit/AutoCADAnalytical skills, strategic thinking

Passionate about results

Organization

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Microsoft Office Suite

What We Offer Hiring Base Salary Range: $68,600-$80,900 annual

This position is eligible for time and a half overtime payThe base salary is one component of PAE’s competitive compensation package for employees. We take into consideration a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, internal equity and geographic location in determining exact salary offered. At PAE, employees are eligible for annual compensation reviews based on performance and business needs.

The above range represents PAE's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of  addition, PAE offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:

Employer paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Annual 401k profit sharing based on company profit for the year and account contribution

Professional development reimbursements including state registration and professional association dues Employer paid commuter/parking stipend

Cell phone stipend

Life insurance and…