Fire Protection Engineer

We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Fire Protection Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fire protection and life safety, with specific experience in the BESS industry. This role involves directing fire protection designs to comply with evolving codes and standards, collaborating with various battery and inverter manufacturers, and ensuring the safety and compliance of our projects.

Company Overview

Since 1990, CSI Electrical Contractors, Inc. (CSI Electric) – a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. – has been a leader in highly technical and innovative electrical design and construction. Our team of consultants, engineers, project managers, and professionals deliver the best solutions to our customers’ greatest electrical engineering and construction needs. We have the resources and expertise to manage any commercial, industrial, or one-of-a-kind challenge in aerospace, biotech/pharmaceutical, education, healthcare, entertainment, hospitality, manufacturing, and retail.

Our services include electrical construction, technology solutions, and alternative energy where CSI Electric is regarded as a premier provider of energy development, installation, and maintenance. Whether your project entails mission-critical power, energy production, or a simple space upgrade, CSI Electric offers unmatched expertise in electrical, energy, and technology solutions. We’re proud to celebrate more than 30 years of commitment to do all things with excellence for our customers, ourselves, and our craft.

We Build Better.

Essential Functions

• Review plans and specifications for fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, and other fire protection systems to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
• Evaluate the level of risk and develop strategies to mitigate these risks through the implementation of appropriate fire protection measures.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of NFPA 855, UL9540, UL9540A, International Fire Code, FM Global requirements, and other standards related to energy storage systems.
• Assist with the research, design, concept development, planning, and optimal integration of energy storage systems.
• Work closely with architects, engineers, building owners, government agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure that fire protection requirements are addressed in all phases of a project.

This includes, but is not limited to the following:

• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international fire safety codes and standards. Stay updated on changes in regulations and implement necessary modifications to existing fire protection systems to meet new requirements.
• Review emergency response plans and evacuation procedures with construction team.
• Provide training to operational site team on fire safety procedures, evacuation protocols, and the proper use of fire protection equipment.
• Maintain positive working relationships with customers, peers, subordinates, vendors, and office staff in a fast-paced environment.
• Support creative thinking and innovation that adds value at the discipline level.

Other duties &

Skills:

• Understanding of fire detection, alarm, suppression, and extinguishing systems. Knowledge of different types of fire protection equipment and technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex fire protection challenges.
• Effective communication skills to interact with clients, stakeholders, and team members. Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences and collaborate with professionals from different disciplines.
• Skill in managing multiple projects simultaneously, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring that fire protection systems are integrated into the overall design and construction process.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, including architects, engineers, contractors, and regulatory authorities. Collaborative approach to ensuring fire safety for BESS projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical or Fire Protection Engineering, or equivalent years of experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Strong…