Fire Protection Engineer

About The Opportunity A leading engineering and construction organization is seeking a Fire Protection Engineer to join its growing team in the Indianapolis area. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex commercial, industrial, healthcare, institutional, and mission-critical projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary design and construction professionals.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fire protection system design, code compliance, and life safety engineering with a minimum of three years of relevant industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop fire protection systems including fire sprinkler, fire alarm, special hazards, and life safety systems.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and system analysis.
• Prepare design drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Review project requirements, codes, and standards to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Conduct site surveys and perform field evaluations as necessary.
• Support permitting, plan review, and AHJ coordination efforts.
• Provide technical guidance throughout project execution.
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and client discussions.

QualificationsRequired

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of fire protection engineering experience.
• Knowledge of NFPA codes and standards.
• Experience designing fire sprinkler and/or fire alarm systems.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain.
• Experience with hydraulic calculation software.
• NICET certification.
• Healthcare, industrial, data center, manufacturing, or large commercial project experience.
• Familiarity with performance-based fire protection design.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career advancement opportunities
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Collaborative and innovative work environment

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to work with an established industry leader delivering innovative engineering and construction solutions throughout the Midwest. You'll play a key role on impactful projects while growing your technical expertise and advancing your career within a highly respected organization.

If you wish to apply confidentially please email me at [email protected] or call at 715-318-2313.

Apply today to become part of a team committed to excellence in fire protection, life safety, and engineering innovation. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.