• Fire Protection Engineer

    Insight Global (Gulfport, MS)


    Job Description

    We are seeking an experienced and motivated Fire Protection Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in designing, analyzing, and implementing fire protection systems for a variety of building projects, ensuring compliance with all codes and regulations. The candidate should possess strong technical skills, a commitment to safety, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

    Responsibilities:

    • Design, review, and oversee installation of fire protection systems (e.g., sprinklers, alarms, detection, suppression).

    • Perform code analysis and ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal fire safety regulations.

    • Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, and reports for fire protection projects.

    • Coordinate with architects, engineers, and construction teams throughout project lifecycle.

    • Conduct fire risk assessments and hazard analyses.

    • Evaluate existing buildings for fire safety improvements and provide corrective recommendations.

    • Participate in the inspection, testing, and commissioning of completed fire protection systems.

    • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices.

     

    We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

     

    Skills and Requirements

    Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering or Fire Protection Engineering Technology, or a related field

    OR

    • Certification as a Fire Protection Engineer (FPE).

    • Minimum of 2 years of experience in fire protection engineering or a related role.

    • Solid understanding of fire codes, NFPA standards, and fire safety regulations.

    • Proficient in CAD software and fire modeling tools.

    • Strong communication and organizational skills.

    • Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

    • Professional Engineer (PE) license in Fire Protection (preferred but not required).