Facilities Engineer - Fire Protection

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Now Hiring: Facilities Fire Protection Engineer
Location: Tempe & Peoria, AZ (Onsite – Construction & Operations Support) - starts in both locations, and then will transition to Peoria, AZ
Employment Type: Full-time with 10% bonus
Work Authorization: Due to the nature of the projects, candidates must be US or Permanent Only

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Facilities Fire Protection Engineer to support the design, construction, and operations of a large-scale, high-tech manufacturing facility. This role will lead efforts to ensure all fire alarm, fire protection, and hazardous gas monitoring systems are compliant, operational, and optimized to safeguard people and infrastructure.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead fire protection efforts during construction and transition into operational support

• Ensure compliance with NFPA, ICC, AHJ, and insurance requirements across all systems

• Review and guide design documents and third-party vendor submissions

• Operate and maintain fire alarm, suppression, and hazardous gas monitoring systems

• Conduct system inspections, perform maintenance, and identify system malfunctions

• Develop and lead fire drill plans and emergency response readiness

• Create testing, commissioning, and maintenance documentation for fire protection systems

• Interpret construction drawings, verify installation quality, and provide improvement recommendations

✅ What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Associate’s with additional experience may be considered)

• 3+ years of experience in fire protection system design, operation, and compliance

• Familiarity with detection, suppression, and life safety systems

• Strong working knowledge of NFPA, ICC, and AHJ requirements

• Ability to review design documents and oversee construction compliance

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and technical drawing software

• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work on ladders, at elevation, and in confined spaces

• Willingness to work overtime or respond to off-hours emergencies as needed

✨ Qualifications:

• Experience in high-tech, cleanroom, or industrial manufacturing environments

• Familiarity with utility operations, energy efficiency initiatives, or environmental facility systems

• Prior involvement in commissioning or facilities engineering projects

• Trade certifications or licensing related to fire protection systems

This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of critical life safety systems at a state-of-the-art facility from construction through operations. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact through smart, compliant, and proactive fire protection engineering—we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help build and protect the future.