Clark Nexsen

Fire Protection Design Engineer

Job Description

Posted on: 
October 29, 2026

Category

Fire Protection

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All Locations

Hunt Valley, MD

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Tracking Code

26865

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Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

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Job Description

Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients—while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.

Position Summary: Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company is seeking a Fire Protection Design Engineer who will be responsible for fire protection engineering design using knowledge of general engineering principles and practices to interpret, organize, execute and coordinate assignments.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Compensation for this position is $82,000.00-$85,000.00 annually, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.  

Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25lbs) may be required as needed.

Benefits

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

  • Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off  
  • Paid Holidays  
  • Paid Caregiver Leave Program  
  • 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Career Development Programs  
  • And more…

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Responsibilities

Essential functions and responsibilities:

  • Assist in the preparation of engineering documents for advertisement and construction
  • Perform design computations
  • Assist in designing projects in accordance with client specifications and guidelines, using design software and drawing tools
  • Assist with developing the project quantities for construction cost estimate
  • Assist with alternative studies

Nonessential functions and responsibilities:

  • Perform other related duties as assigned

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Job Requirements

Required Skills

  • Proficient in discipline specific design software
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Written and oral communication skills

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Required Experience

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in fire protection engineering or fire protection engineering technology
  • 0-5 years of experience in fire protection engineering or related field

Preferred Experience

  • Engineer-in-training certification
  • Related experience

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