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Fire Protection Engineer – Data Center Projects
Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to provide technical design leadership for fire alarm, detection, and life safety systems on data center facility projects nationwide. This role spans the full project lifecycle — from concept and design through on-site construction administration — and includes a minimum of 25% travel for punch walks, witness testing, and field support.
The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple concurrent projects while working directly with clients and code officials.
This position is available at any U.S. location, with candidates near a company office preferred.
Pay: $48.00 - $88.00 per hour (based on location, skills, experience, and education)
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead design efforts for fire alarm, detection, suppression, and smoke control systems
- Perform on-site construction administration, including punch walks and witness testing
- Develop calculations, specifications, and 2D/3D construction deliverables
- Interface with clients and code officials to ensure compliant, constructible designs
- Serve as engineer of record while mentoring junior team members
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- Design experience with fire alarm systems, including VESDA
- Field experience installing, inspecting, or testing fire alarm systems
- Knowledge of NFPA 72, NFPA 101, IBC, IFC, and NFPA 70 (NEC)
Preferred Qualifications:
- PE license
- 4+ years of Autodesk Revit experience
- Data center design experience
- Experience mentoring staff and managing project budgets/schedules
Work Environment:
This hybrid role combines office-based design work with on-site travel to active construction sites.
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Additional Information
HKA Enterprises is a global workforce solutions firm. If you're seeking a new career opportunity or project experience, our recruiters will work to understand your qualifications, experience, and personal goals. At HKA, we recognize the importance of matching employee goals with those of the employer. We strive to seek credibility, satisfaction, and endorsement from all of our applicants. We invite you to take time and search for your next career experience with us! HKA is an EEO Employer who participates in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.
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