Senior Fire Protection Engineer

2 weeks ago

Austin, Texas, United States City of Austin Full time

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a relevant engineering discipline, accompanied by six (6) years of professional engineering experience, either prior to or following licensure as a professional engineer.

Licenses or Certifications:
Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Texas; or if currently licensed in another state, must demonstrate the capability to secure a Texas P.E. license within six (6) months of employment.

Position Overview
This role involves working as a plans reviewer in collaboration with the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), stationed at the AUS administrative building. The ideal candidate should possess expertise in Fire and Building codes, providing technical support to various project teams, serving as a Subject Matter Expert for Fire and Life Safety matters at the Airport. Participation in regular AUS project design meetings is expected, along with coordination between the Austin Fire Department and the AUS Planning and Development division to address code issues that need resolution by the Design Team. Additionally, the role includes reviewing design milestone deliverables (30%, 60%, and 90%) to prevent costly change orders during fieldwork through enhanced design phase coordination.

The position will require interpreting current code requirements as they pertain to existing facility renovation projects, ensuring effective integration of life safety systems.

Key Responsibilities
The following duties and responsibilities will apply:

  • Evaluate building permit plan submissions for new construction and renovation projects at AUS, ensuring compliance with the Austin Fire Code. This includes identifying necessary fire protection systems and features, as well as safety measures for hazardous materials systems and mechanical smoke control systems.
  • Conduct thorough code compliance and analytical reviews of a diverse range of fire protection systems and features.
  • Perform inspections and reviews to ensure adherence to applicable codes, standards, and City ordinances concerning the storage, handling, and utilization of hazardous materials.
  • Assess computer modeling included in plans submissions to validate code compliance or equivalency and/or performance-based code design.
  • Engage in preliminary design discussions with design professionals regarding technically complex building projects to determine required fire protection systems and features and explore acceptable design alternatives.
  • Coordinate code interpretation and application with other City departments and agencies, including the City's Development Services Department.
  • If selected for this position and meeting the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may be required to travel to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Familiarity with various National Fire Protection (NFPA) standards, including NFPA 13, NFPA 72, NFPA 14, and NFPA 20.
  • Understanding of the International Fire Code and the fire protection provisions of the International Building Code.
  • Knowledge of NFPA 409 and NFPA 415.
  • Experience in the design and/or review of airport terminals, hangars, ramps, or taxiways.
  • Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the field of Fire Protection Engineering or the ability to obtain licensure within six months of employment.
  • Willingness to travel to multiple work locations.
Essential Duties and Functions
Responsibilities may include:
  • Approving, processing, and sealing plans, specifications, and construction documents by applying engineering standards and principles for complex calculations relevant to the discipline within Local and State regulatory frameworks.
  • Managing routine engineering projects or programs that require technical proficiency, coordination, and administrative oversight.
  • Identifying, assessing, and recommending improvements for preliminary and final designs and design criteria for assigned programs or projects.
  • Assisting in the preparation of preliminary and long-range plans, schedules, estimates, budgets, detailed final plans, specifications, special conditions, and agreements.
  • Providing technical assistance throughout project progress from design to completion.
  • Developing cost estimates, tracking expenditures, and preparing engineering and feasibility reports and studies for projects.
  • Reviewing plans and approving permits in accordance with engineering standards and principles relevant to the discipline within Local and State regulatory requirements.
  • Conducting field inspections of contractor work to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
  • Researching and performing statistical analyses for validation of reports and dissemination of results in various communication formats.
  • Developing standard policies and ordinances for various contracts and/or projects and operational procedures.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that they can perform the essential functions of the job:
  • Understanding of fundamental scientific and civil engineering concepts and their application to solve theoretical or practical civil engineering challenges.
  • Proficiency in advanced mathematical techniques, including trigonometry, calculus, and coordinate geometry.
  • Familiarity with modern methods, materials, and techniques relevant to the assigned discipline.
  • Knowledge of one or more engineering disciplines: Civil, Environmental, Structural, Architectural, Mechanical, and/or Electrical engineering terminology and techniques.
  • Awareness of City of Austin purchasing and contract policies and procedures.
  • Ability to interpret and explain maps and related documents.
  • Capability to communicate effectively and provide direction to peers and assigned personnel.
  • Skill in organizing, analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating scientific civil engineering problems and providing practical, cost-effective solutions.
  • Proficiency in using graphic instructions such as blueprints, schematic drawings, layouts, or other visual aids.
  • Competence in utilizing personal computers, engineering applications, and data management software.
Criminal Background Investigation
This position is subject to a Criminal Background Investigation.
EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have questions regarding essential job functions, please reach out for assistance.

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