FM Approvals Engineer Fire Protection

2 months ago

West Glocester, United States FM Global Full time

FM Approvals is an international leader in third-party testing and certification services. We test property loss prevention products and services—for use in commercial and industrial facilities—to verify they meet rigorous loss prevention standards of quality, technical integrity and performance. How? By employing a worldwide certification process that’s backed by scientific research and testing, and over a century of experience.

 

The FM APPROVED mark is recognized and respected worldwide. Our certification instills confidence and commands respect in your marketplace.
 

Plan, conduct, and direct the development and evaluation of approved scientific and engineering projects, with little or no supervision, in the area of fire pump packages, diesel engine fire pump drivers, and other fire protection system components.  Also, to increase the technical knowledge and provide solutions to problems of property loss and loss control for use by FM Global and their clients. The successful candidate will work at FM Global's state-of-the-art research campus in West Glocester, RI, USA.

 

Duties will include, but are not limited to, the development of proposals, project management, supervision of tests, documentation of results, preparation of written reports and other complex tasks associated with third party certification. Additionally, regular communication with a wide range of clients and colleagues, to ensure a thorough understanding of the customers' needs and to work effectively as a team.

 

The working environments include office, manufacturing sites and laboratory settings. Overnight travel, to confer and work with customers, attend technical conferences and to conduct and monitor tests, is typically less than 30% of time.

Job title and grade may vary based on experience; job levels are below.

 

Engineer

MS in technical area or BS + 3 years of related experience.

 

BS degrees in fire protection, fluid mechanics, electrical or mechanical engineering; knowledge of, or employment in, fire protection equipment, pumps, valves, or related research, design or manufacturing industry experience is preferred. 

 

Associate Engineer 

BS in technical area or AS + 5 years experience

 

Successful candidate should have demonstrated project management skills, superior written and verbal communication skills, and computer proficiency with programs such as Word, Excel and Outlook. Professional registration and / or knowledge of FM Global loss prevention guidelines preferred. 

 

Candidate must possess outstanding relationship management skills including:

• Exceptional customer service skills (both orally and in writing)

• Excellent communication skills (both orally and in writing)

• Active listening skills to understand the points being made when someone else is speaking and giving full attention to the speaker

• Effective speaking skills to convey direction, information and technical concepts

• Ability to work effectively as a strong and supportive member of a team

• Demonstrated skill in organizing work, setting priorities and planning

 

Candidate should have a good ability to analyze facts, draw conclusions,  and find problem solutions.

 

Familiarity with third party product certification and industry standards such as FM Approvals, ISO, NFPA, or other international fire protection standards is preferred.

 

Ability to travel domestically and internationally for up to 2 weeks at a time.

 

Candidate must have the ability to read, write and speak English proficiently and the ability to understand and follow English instructions.

 

Working product evaluation environment involves water and possibly fire, smoke and heat.

 

The final salary offer will vary based on geographic location, individual education, skills, and experience. The position is eligible to participate in FM Total Rewards program that includes an incentive plan, generous health and well-being programs, a 401(k) and pension plan, career development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, flexible work, time off allowances and much more.

 

FM Approvals is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.

 

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