Entry-Level Fire Protection Engineer
Location
Virginia, USA
Level
Applications Engineer
Department
Type
Full - Time
Salary
$70000 to $85000
Job Description
Posted on:
October 20, 2026
AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Fire Protection Engineer to be based in Arlington, VA .
This position is expected to begin as soon as possible.
Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $70000 to $85000.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
- Develop fire suppression designs, fire alarm designs, mass notification system designs and perform life safety code analysis work.
- Build analytic and design skills.
- Create designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, and final working drawings under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
- Collect and analyze data under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
- Use computer software as a tool for solving basic engineering problems.
- Perform work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule under supervision.
Job Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited university.
- Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with Revit and/or AutoCAD is a plus.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Programs.
- Prior related Internship or professional experience is a plus.
Additional Information
- Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
- Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
- This position requires a hybrid work schedule which includes in office work in Arlington, VA. The selected candidate must be available to work in Arlington, VA on a scheduled basis.
