Associate Engineer - Fire Protection

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• →Education: Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.
• →Experience: 0-1 plus years of experience in fire protection engineering design and project management.
• →Technical Skills: Proficiency in hydraulic calculation software (e.g., AutoSPRINK, SprinkCAD), AutoCAD, and other relevant design tools.
• →Knowledge: Working knowledge of NFPA standards (NFPA 13, NFPA 14, NFPA 20, NFPA 72, etc.), International Building Code (IBC), and other applicable codes and regulations.
• →Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Strong organizational and time management abilities. Act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Effectively prioritize responsibilities depending on project needs. Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, and employees.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

• OSHA 30 Certificate.
• NICET certification in fire protection systems.
• NFPA 70E Training
• Spanish and Mandarin Chinese skills 
• CPR/ First Aid Trained preferred.

• Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license. May be required to travel to other sites within Arizona to perform certain work functions.  International travel may be required.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that a candidate must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequently stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift heavier items with assistance or mechanical equipment.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach to perform assigned tasks.
• Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, grasp, and operate tools, equipment, or materials.
• Perform repetitive motions involving the hands, wrists, and arms.
• Climb ladders, stairs, or elevated surfaces as required by the job.
• Maintain visual acuity sufficient to read labels, instructions, safety signage, and documentation.
• Maintain balance and coordination while moving materials or operating equipment.
• Ability to work in physically demanding environments requiring frequent movement and manual labor.

• Exposure to dust, noise, vibration, and moving mechanical equipment.
• Indoor and/or outdoor work environments, which may include varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Work in confined spaces, elevated areas, or active job sites, depending on project requirements.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, and high-visibility vests.
• Interaction with powered industrial equipment, tools, and vehicles.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.