Fire Protection Engineering Specialist
Job Description
As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.
Company : Black & Veatch Corporation
Req Id : 106181
Opportunity Type : Staff
Relocation eligible : No
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Responsibilities
The Opportunity
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
- Review and evaluate the facility and equipment to determine the appropriate fire protection requirements.
- Support projects such as Power Plants, Oil and Gas processing facilities, Data Centers or Water Treatment facilities.
- Proactively communicate fire protection requirements and guidance to both internal and external clients. Generate detailed fire protection specifications.
- Generate piping and instrument diagrams and perform hydraulic calculations.
- Review of detailed sprinkler and alarm drawings/calculations for accuracy and compliance with codes.
- Communications with city and local official.
- Independently apply knowledge and maintain a culture that supports the implementation of quality.
The Team
As part of BV Operations, your skills will be aligned to projects that support our 3 market sectors- Governments & Environment, Energy & Process Industries, and Connectivity & Commercial. In roles like Engineers, Technicians, and Skilled Specialists you will be engaged with exciting projects across the globe. From small community improvements to grand-scale Mega Projects, you will be Building a World of Difference through infrastructure growth and development while learning and focusing on your own individual development. The foundation of BV Operations provides the ability to move where your skills are needed and allows for a collaborative and innovative culture offering greater challenges and career development opportunities.
Job Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- Typically a minimum of 7 years related work experience
- Understand state and local codes and standards. (i.e.: IBC, IFC, NFPA, etc.…)
- Familiar with Power Plants, Oil and Gas processing facility, Water treatment facility or Data Centers
- Knowledge of construction & constructability practices & principles.
- Knowledge of procurement & contract administration.
Minimum Qualifications
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Work Environment and Schedule
This position would require working in a typical office environment. The position may entail prolonged periods of sitting and computer use, and the professional would ideally be able to maintain focus and attention to detail throughout the workday. The position may also be require physical tasks during site visits, including crouching, grasping, and standing/walking for extended periods of time.
Black & Veatch prides itself on the support of our employees and providing flexibility to make the things that are most important to you, a priority. This is why we offer our professionals, located near an office, the option of a Hybrid work environment. Our hybrid work approach allows our employees to work two days a week from other locations outside of the office. Additionally this opportunity has the possibility of being located in any of our offices located across the U.S; click the link to see a full list of U.S. Office Locations.
