Entry Level Fire Protection Engineer Jobs in Richmond, VA

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Your Opportunity
Take the first step towards designing your career with Stantec. As a professional services firm we are seeking Fire Protection Designer to join our growing North America Fire Protection Engineering Team. We are better together. Fire Protection Engineers (FPEs) protect lives and property. They plan and design engineering projects that prevent fires from occurring and minimize the impact of those fires that do occur. Fire protection systems detect, control and reduce fire and smoke in buildings and structures. FPEs recommend materials, equipment, and systems to assist in safeguarding life and property against fire, analyze how fire behaves and model how safety features perform in a fire. They assess the fire protection needs within projects and document those in design analysis or basis of design reports. They create design documents for fire protection systems, including drawings, using computer-aided design (CAD) or Building Information Modeling (BIM) software, and specifications that are used to direct the construction of buildings and systems in the field. FPEs perform construction progress inspections and acceptance tests / commissioning to ensure that installed systems comply with the construction documents and applicable codes and that they function as intended.
A Fire Protection Designer performs engineering work under close supervision requiring the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to carry out a sequence of related fire protection engineering tasks such as the preparation of simple plans, designs, calculations, costs and bills of material in accordance with established codes, standards and drawings. The role applies professional concepts and expands upon learning while performing various phases of engineering work receiving detailed instruction.
Your Key Responsibilities

• Apply general concepts of fire protection engineering through investigation and analysis to support engineering projects that may include design of fire suppression systems (sprinklers and standpipes, water supply, special hazard extinguishing systems), fire detection and alarm systems, and smoke control systems, selection of fire-resistant materials and assemblies, and development of egress strategies.
• Perform basic calculations to analyze and design engineering system components using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software.
• Gather information to support design decisions.
• Assist team in preparing engineering designs, drawings, specifications, presentations and reports.
• Verify compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards and practices.
• Work with other architecture and engineering design professionals in the coordination and delivery of projects under the direction of a senior engineer.
• Assist the team in providing support services during construction, including submittal reviews, response to requests for information and contract document clarifications, construction progress inspections and acceptance testing.
• Perform other duties as assigned by senior engineering staff.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Basic knowledge of interpretation and application of building and fire codes and NFPA standards.
• Knowledge of active and passive fire protection systems, including fire suppression systems, fire detection and alarm systems, smoke control systems, fire resistive construction and egress systems.
• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting with internal and external clients.
• Strong technical writing, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, AutoCAD.
• Experience with Fire Dynamics Simulator, Contam, Pathfinder and other computer modeling software is a plus.

Education and Experience
Minimum of Bachelor of Science Degree in Fire Protection Engineering or other closely related engineering discipline with an emphasis in Fire Protection Engineering coursework.
0-3 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as those listed above.
Engineer in Training (EIT) / Engineering Intern (EI) preferred, working towards obtaining Fire Protection Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure.
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
About Stantec
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible.
Pay Range:
• Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas-$67,800.00 - $94,900.00 Annually
• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA, VA Areas-$80,000.00 - $112,000.00 Annually
Primary Location: United States | VA | Richmond
Other Locations: United States | NY | Albany
Organization: 2383 Buildings-US ACQ PSP GS-GS PSP Richmond VA
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 18/02/2026 02:02:49
Req ID: 1004396
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