Fire Protection Design Engineer

P2S|CMTA stands as a provider of professional engineering services to a broad range of markets, including higher education, healthcare, ports/harbors, industrial, entertainment, commercial, laboratories, municipal, and federal sectors. Our specialties include electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and technology integration. Our offered services range from engineering and commissioning to construction management. With over 400 dedicated employees on the West Coast, P2S|CMTA is an internationally recognized leader in many of the key markets we serve.

We provide a blend of innovation and technical excellence in delivering green solutions that enhance and sustain the built, natural, and social environments. Currently, we have offices in Long Beach, Seattle, Irvine, San Diego, Los Angeles, and San Jose.

Location: Seattle, WA

Schedule: Hybrid (3 days in-office / 2 remote)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $90,000 - $115,000. This role is also eligible for an annual performance‑based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.

We are seeking a Fire Protection Design Engineer with 1-4 years of experience
. This is a great opportunity to contribute to diverse, high-impact projects while continuing to grow your technical expertise in fire protection and life safety systems.

• Support fire and building code analysis
• Support designing fire protection systems, including sprinklers, fire alarms, and specialized suppression systems
• Support developing system layouts and construction documents
• Supporting perform sprinkler hydraulic calculations and fire alarm calculations
• Support in conducting site assessments and prepare technical reports
• Supporting senior engineers and team with engineering analyses (e.g., smoke control, hazardous materials, energy storage systems, combustible dust)
• Provide construction phase support, including:
• Responding to RFIs
• Reviewing submittals
• Participating in punch walks

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection, or related field
• 1-4 years of experience in fire protection system design (sprinkler and/or fire alarm)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit
• Experience with sprinkler calculation software (e.g., AutoSPRINK, HydraCALC)

• Experience with healthcare, education, and/or federal projects
• Master’s degree in Fire Protection
• Exposure to project management or business development
• EIT or working towards EIT
• NICET certification (Fire Sprinkler or Fire Alarm)
• Strong knowledge of Building and Fire Codes and NFPA standards

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For 15 years in a row, P2S|CMTA has been regarded as a “Best Place to Work” by our employees. Why? Because we value satisfied employees just as much as satisfied clients. With competitive benefits, flexible work schedules, paid training/professional memberships, and more.

- we aim to attract the best talent and keep them here

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P2S|CMTA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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