Description
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding a Senior Fire Protection Engineer to our Engineering team based in Salt Lake City, UT.
Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Your Role:
- Design and Analysis: Develop and review fire protection systems, including fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, smoke control systems, and other fire suppression technologies. This includes performing hydraulic calculations and system design.
- Code Compliance: Ensure that designs and installations comply with local, state, and national fire codes and standards, such as NFPA, IBC, IFC codes, building codes, and life safety codes.
- Risk Assessment: Conduct fire risk assessments and hazard analyses to identify potential fire hazards and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Project Management: Oversee fire protection engineering projects from conception through completion, including budgeting, scheduling, and coordination with other engineering disciplines and stakeholders.
- Consultation and Collaboration: Work closely with our engineering team to integrate fire protection systems into building designs. Provide expert advice on fire safety measures and best practices.
- Inspection and Testing: Conduct inspections and testing of fire protection systems to ensure they are functioning correctly and meet regulatory requirements. This may include overseeing commissioning processes.
- Training and Education: Provide training and guidance to staff, clients, and stakeholders on fire safety practices, system operation, and emergency response procedures.
- Documentation and Reporting: Prepare detailed reports, specifications, and documentation for fire protection systems and projects. Maintain accurate records of inspections, tests, and compliance.
- Regulatory Liaison: Act as a liaison with regulatory agencies, fire marshals, and other authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs) to ensure compliance and address any issues related to fire safety.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on the latest fire protection technologies, trends, and regulations. Participate in professional development and contribute to the advancement of fire protection engineering practices.
- Emergency Planning: Assist in the development of emergency response plans and evacuation procedures to ensure safety during fire incidents.
- Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
- Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
- Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
- Additional duties as required.
- Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
- Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
- Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
- Additional duties as required.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Engineering Mechanics
- 25+ years of experience
- Must be a licensed professional Engineer
- Must be a member of Society of Fire Protection Engineers
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
- Merit-based financial rewards.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
We invite applications from all interested parties.
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
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