Fire Protection Design Engineer Alarm and Detection Systems

Principal Engineer

Duties

• Define scope of technical programs and develop quality, cost-effective solutions to complex problems
• Apply deep technical knowledge to resolve problems using advanced practices and complex features
• Lead problem-solving across departments; recognized subject matter expert
• Evaluate program outcomes and deliver reports/recommendations
• Identify tech limitations and recommend improvements
• Stay current with advancing technologies
• Prepare and monitor plans, budgets, schedules, and work quality
• Communicate objectives/results verbally and in writing
• Occasionally author reports for external publication
• Demonstrate leadership through technical societies and publishing

Education & Experience

• Ph.D. in applicable science or engineering discipline and 5+ years of experience
• OR Master s degree with 8+ years of experience
• OR Bachelor s degree with 10+ years of experience or more

Top Skills & Years of Experience

• 10 years of recent design experience, including at least 4 years in Fire Alarm, Detection, and Signaling Design
• General knowledge of:
• Electrical/control systems
• Connection diagrams
• Layout plans
• Logic diagrams
• Panel layout details
• P&IDs
• Battery loading calculations
• Working knowledge of NFPA Codes and Standards, including:
• NFPA 13, 70, 72, 90A, 101
• IBC
• ISA and IEEE standards
• Experience with 2D MicroStation CADD
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications

Nice to Have

• Active DOE clearance (L or Q) within the past 2 years
• Previous SRS Design Engineering or DOE facility experience
• Proficiency in using MicroStation 2D CADD
• Familiarity with SRS engineering support processes and procedures

Work Schedule

• Monday to Thursday, 6:45 AM 5:15 PM

Work Location

• 100% Onsite
• Candidates must be local or willing to relocate at their own expense

Required Qualifications

• Security Access: Must be eligible for DOE Q clearance
• Active clearance not required at start

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior DOE L or Q clearance within 2 years

Additional Duties

• Support CLIENT with design engineering staff augmentation
• Responsibilities include:
• Task analysis
• Site walk-downs
• Design development and documentation:
• Location Plans
• Connection Diagrams
• Conduit/Block Diagrams
• Logic Diagrams
• Panel Detail Drawings
• P&IDs
• Battery Loading Calculations
• Provide technical support for:
• Construction
• Start-up & testing
• Suppliers/subcontractors
• Prepare:
• Data Sheets
• Statements of Work
• Procurement Specs
• Design Build Specs
• Purchase Requisitions
• Follow all CLIENT procedures; programmatic guidance provided by CLIENT

Additional Education

• ABET-accredited Fire Protection Engineering degree
• OR
• BS in engineering with at least one of the following:
• PE license in Fire Protection
• NICET Level III/IV certification (SFPE)
• Professional or Fellow SFPE member

Additional Experience

• Must meet minimum 10 years of design experience (4 in Fire Alarm/Detection)
• Knowledge of electrical/control systems, drawings, diagrams, and calculations as noted above
• Familiar with national codes and standards (NFPA, IBC, ISA, IEEE)
• Experience with 2D MicroStation CADD and Microsoft Office
• Preferred:
• Prior SRS or DOE experience
• MicroStation 2D CADD proficiency
• Familiarity with SRS engineering procedures

Additional Work Requirements

• Must perform weekly job site walk-downs:
• May involve uneven surfaces, active work zones
• May require ladder climbing, PPE, respirator use
• Travel only permitted after:
• Full procurement approval
• Justification and cost details submitted
• Travel not reimbursed for conferences/trainings
• Security: Must obtain DOE "Q" clearance
• Subcontractor must have active eFOCI and approved Facility Level Clearance with DOE/NNSA