Entry Level Fire Protection Engineer - Portland

PAE 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.

PAE 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.

• Develop 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

• 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/AutoCAD
• Analytical skills, strategic thinking
• Passionate about results
• Organization
• Clear communication
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Microsoft Office Suite

• Hiring Base Salary Range: $68,600-$80,900 annual
  • This position is eligible for time and a half overtime pay

The 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 posting.

• 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…