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Entry Level Fire Protection Engineer

SmithGroup JJR
Washington, DC
Full-time

Working with us, you will :

  • Produce assigned engineering work and document changes to engineering drawings as instructed.
  • Assist in-house teams in the evaluation / design of fire protection and alarm systems for projects of various building types.
  • Assist project teams in performing building and life safety code analysis for new and existing buildings.
  • Assist project teams in generating life safety drawings and narratives.
  • Assist more senior engineers with project tasks.
  • Apply / Interpret National Building and Fire Codes and Standards to specific projects.
  • Perform building conditions assessments and code compliance surveys for existing buildings, under direct supervision.

An ideal candidate has :

  • A bachelor’s degree in Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, or Fire Protection Engineering or a degree from a Fire Science program
  • An Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, preferred
  • Familiarity with REVIT MEP
  • Good written and verbal communication skills

SmithGroup's competitive compensation and benefit package is designed to meet the needs of a diverse staff. It includes flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 401(k), parental leave, wellbeing resources, PTO immediately available to new hires, plus 15 extra Fridays off - on top of holidays.

Join us and see first-hand how these and other programs - like one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities - build culture, enhance collaboration and yield richer, more inclusive solutions.

If you are not sure that you meet all of the suggested qualifications described above, please don't leave this page. Your talents and attributes could be just what we're looking for - and we strongly encourage you to apply.

If you need additional accommodations to complete the application process, please contact

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