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Senior Fire Protection Engineer (Job 1437)

DLH
Location
Bethesda, Maryland
Posted
26 days ago
Department
Health
Salary
$135,000 - $140,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Protection Engineering or related engineering field
  • 4+ years of Fire Protection experience
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Fire Protection
  • Experience supporting healthcare and/or laboratory environments
  • Familiarity with chemical hazards (NFPA codes 30 and 45)
  • Valid Driver’s License
What the job really is

The Senior Fire Protection Engineer at DLH will be responsible for reviewing architectural and engineering designs, conducting construction inspections, and issuing occupancy permits for over 50 buildings. The role also involves evaluating existing building conditions through hazard analysis surveys and providing technical guidance based on NFPA codes, primarily in healthcare and laboratory environments.

Benefits
  • Personal Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • Supplemental life with AD&D
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Parental leave
Things to weigh
  • Salary range provided is $135,000 - $140,000, but final offer may vary based on various factors
  • Role involves little to no travel, which may appeal to those seeking work-life balance
  • Focus on healthcare and laboratory environments may limit exposure to other sectors
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