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Facility Design Jobs in Nebraska (NOW HIRING)

CO2 Facilities Engineer

Kearney, NE · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

Familiarity with pipeline and facility design calculations and equations as. * Familiarity and ability to read and interpret basic GIS information and maps. * Knowledge of ROW, EHS and regulatory ...

Familiarity with pipeline and facility design calculations and equations as. * Familiarity and ability to read and interpret basic GIS information and maps. * Knowledge of ROW, EHS and regulatory ...

Familiarity with pipeline and facility design calculations and equations as. * Familiarity and ability to read and interpret basic GIS information and maps. * Knowledge of ROW, EHS and regulatory ...

Lead RN - Innovation Design Unit

Omaha, NE · On-site

$32.50 - $44/hr

The Innovation Design Unit (IDU) is an active patient care environment intended to design, test, and validate new models of care, innovative technology, and facility design. The IDU will have 17 ...

Manage Design documents, correspondence, contracts, change orders, etc. and assemble project ... Manage facility projects ensuring each is within target budget & delivered on time (schedule and ...

The Innovation Design Unit (IDU) is an active patient care environment intended to design, test, and validate new models of care, innovative technology, and facility design. The IDU has 17 patient ...

Familiarity with pipeline and facility design calculations and equations as. * Familiarity and ability to read and interpret basic GIS information and maps. * Knowledge of ROW, EHS and regulatory ...

The Innovation Design Unit (IDU) is an active patient care environment intended to design, test, and validate new models of care, innovative technology, and facility design. The IDU has 17 patient ...

The Innovation Design Unit (IDU) is an active patient care environment intended to design, test, and validate new models of care, innovative technology, and facility design. The IDU has 17 patient ...

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Facility Design information

What is the difference between Facility Design vs Facility Planning?

AspectFacility DesignFacility Planning
CredentialsArchitectural/engineering degrees, certifications in design softwareEngineering degrees, certifications in project management
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, office settings, on-site visitsOffice environments, project sites, coordination meetings
Industry UsageCreating detailed layouts and specifications for new facilitiesAssessing needs, feasibility studies, resource allocation

Facility Design focuses on creating detailed plans and layouts for buildings, emphasizing aesthetics and functionality. Facility Planning involves analyzing organizational needs, budgeting, and preparing for the implementation of facilities. While both roles collaborate closely, Design is more technical and creative, whereas Planning is strategic and analytical.

What is a facility designer?

A facility designer is a professional who plans and designs the layout, space utilization, and infrastructure of buildings and facilities to optimize functionality, safety, and efficiency. They often use design software like AutoCAD and collaborate with engineers and clients to develop detailed plans that meet project requirements and codes.
Infographic showing various Facility Design job openings in Nebraska as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Lead Fire Protection Engineer - Facility Design

Olsson

Omaha, NE

$98K - $129K/yr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We're a people-centric firm, so it's no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Join Olsson's South Facilities Engineering and Design team as a Senior Fire Protection Engineer, where you'll take the lead on complex, mission-critical projects, including hyperscale data centers and secure facilities. This is a highly visible role within a multidisciplinary team known for delivering innovative, high-performance building systems.

You'll provide technical leadership on fire protection strategies that safeguard infrastructure, protect assets, and meet the most rigorous code and client requirements. You'll collaborate with architects, MEP engineers, and security professionals across sectors such as data centers, healthcare, higher education, commercial, industrial and federal facilities.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design and execution of fire protection systems for secure and mission-critical facilities
  • Develop and review fire suppression, alarm, and life safety system designs to meet client and code requirements (NFPA, IBC, IFC, UFCs, etc.)
  • Serve as the technical expert and client liaison for fire protection scopes on data center and secure facility projects
  • Coordinate across disciplines to ensure fully integrated system design
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal knowledge-sharing
  • Support proposal development and contribute to project scope and scheduling
  • Occasionally travel to project sites or other Olsson offices as needed (approximately 10% or less)
Qualifications

You are passionate about:

  • Working collaboratively with others.
  • Having ownership in the work you do.
  • Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to contribute and work well with a team
  • Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection, Mechanical, or a related engineering discipline
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required; FPE preferred
  • 8+ years of experience in fire protection engineering
  • 4+ years of experience supervising and/or mentoring technical personnel.
  • Experience with hyperscale data centers, government, or other secure facilities
  • Strong working knowledge of NFPA standards, IBC, IFC, UFCs and client specifications
  • Proficiency with relevant design and modeling tools preferred (e.g., REVIT, AutoSPRINK, HydraCAD, or similar)

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

  • Receive a competitive 401(k) match
  • Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
  • Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
  • Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
  • Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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