Our Client delivers world-class infrastructure and seeks a Senior Fire Protection Engineer with 10+ yrs in fire protection for tech/pharma facilities. Lead complex NFPA designs, calculations, and AHJ approvals on generation-defining projects. Join an industry leader!
location: Chandler, Arizona
job type: Contract
salary: $59.35 - 77.03 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Design and size fire protection systems: Independently specify sprinkler systems, fire-water pumps, and storage tanks, performing hydraulic calculations to size fire-water pipe headers.
- Ensure code and standard compliance: Lead design, calculations, and testing for wet pipe, standpipe, deluge, and cooling tower sprinkler systems adhering to NFPA (13, 14, 214), FM standards, ASME, IBC, and IMC.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary work & subcontracts: Manage engineering subcontracts and collaborate across engineering disciplines, clients, suppliers, and contractors for seamless project execution.
- Manage regulatory & AHJ approvals: Oversee system acceptance testing and secure regulatory approvals in coordination with owners, project teams, subcontractors, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
- Provide technical leadership & field support: Mentor junior designers and drafters, support internal department initiatives, and confidently troubleshoot mechanical and fire protection issues on active job sites.
qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) with 10+ years of relevant experience focused on fire protection systems within semiconductor, AI datacenter, or life sciences/pharma sectors.
In-depth technical expertise in fire protection equipment (pumps, storage tanks, deluge systems) and hands-on experience with NFPA 13, NFPA 14, NFPA 214, and FM standards.
Strong capabilities in managing engineering subcontracts, conducting field troubleshooting, securing AHJ regulatory approvals, and delivering under tight, multi-tasking project deadlines.
skills:
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At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
