Fire Protection Manager Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include:
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
• Conducting fire hazard analysis
• Conducting NFPA/ICC code reviews
• Specifying technical aspects of fire protection systems to ensure Life Safety compliance
• Performing building walkdowns to assess for compliance according to Department of Energy standards
• Mentoring and providing direction to less senior engineers within the organization
• Scoping technical tasks and develop creative solutions to assigned problems.
• Utilizing SRNS systems and meeting SRNS requirements with minimal supervisory guidance.
• Accepting complex tasks and receiving minimal guidance from senior professionals.
• Incorporating conventional engineering or scientific practices and a variety of complex features such as complicated technical requirements, application of new or special materials or processes and difficult coordination or oversight requirements into problem solving and program planning.
• Providing limited guidance and direction to less senior engineering professionals.
• Carrying out development and qualification programs on tasks concurrent with other phases such as design and fabrication to better evaluate and minimize future problems.
• Developing alternate solutions to existing problems.
• Performing all detail work necessary to determine best solutions.
• Evaluating proposals and make recommendations based on proposed projects/tasks in area of assignment.
• Delegating and managing portions of the detail work to less senior personnel
• Preparing costs and schedule estimates on proposed projects/tasks in assigned area.
• Demonstrating cost and schedule consciousness through timely completion of assigned tasks and projects.
• Preparing manuals and other documents supporting or publicizing the technical effort.
• Demonstrating creative ability through medium of patent disclosures, problem solving, engineering reports, technical papers and articles.
Senior Fire Protection Engineers should be able to:
• Build and maintain relationships with coworkers outside the field of engineering, this may include operations, maintenance, construction, nuclear and criticality safety, etc.
• Perform tasks both individually and as members of cross-functional teams
• Lead cross-functional teams and drive the work tasks to completion
• Manage time effectively and balance working on multiple projects, technical documents, etc. concurrently
• Communicate complex topics in language fitting for the audience
• Originate and edit written technical documents
• Provide direction and guidance to less senior fire protection engineers
Required Qualifications
P3: Bachelor's degree in an engineering field plus at least five years of experience (YOE) in a relevant role, OR Master's degree in relevant field plus at least two years of experience (YOE), OR Doctoral degree in relevant field
P4: Bachelor's degree in an engineering field plus at least ten years of experience (YOE), OR Master's degree in relevant field plus at least eight years of experience (YOE), OR Doctoral degree in relevant field plus at least five years of experience (YOE)
P5: Bachelor's degree in an engineering field plus at least fifteen years of experience (YOE), OR Master's degree in relevant field plus at least twelve years of experience (YOE), OR Doctoral degree in relevant field plus at least eight years of experience (YOE)
• Equivalencies to experience and education requirements will be considered with qualification as a Fire Protection Engineer (QFPE 1 or 2)
We'd Also Like to See
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Civil Engineering.
Understands and applies advanced knowledge of discipline's standard theories, concepts, principles and techniques within Fire Protection Engineering.
Working knowledge of standard engineering/scientific practices and applications.
Note:
SRNS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS utilizes the Disabled Veteran Enhancement Opportunities program which is aimed at improving employment opportunities for disabled veterans at the Savannah River Site (SRS). SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at hrrecruiting@srs.gov.
Security Clearance Information
SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Who We Are
As the Savannah River Site's management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation's nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms. The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer - and you can, too.
What We Offer
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversight for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Employer paid life insurance with buy up options
- Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Various wellness programs
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Discounts and other supplemental benefits
SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.
Standards of Excellence
The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day. Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to:
Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer.
Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources.
Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence.
Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace.
Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.
Discipline Description
Fire protection engineers develop and implement fire protection programs and procedures to maintain fire protection and life safety systems. They implement programs and procedures to ensure employee and facility safety is in accordance with codes and standards including DOE standards, ICC codes and NFPA Code and Standard requirements. They conduct Fire Hazard Analysis and develop Fire Scenario Documentation for nuclear and non-nuclear facilities to prevent fire and determine controls that protect personnel, facilities, and the environment from the effects of a fire. Fire protection engineers maintain current knowledge of building and fire protection codes and regulations to assure compliance, survey facilities to determine potential fire hazards and recommend corrective action. They review and approve the more complex documents required for new construction or modification of existing facilities to determine appropriate fire prevention. They specify and monitor inspection, testing and maintenance of fire protection systems and equipment to ensure that in an emergency they operate and perform to applicable codes and standards, and participates in the investigation of all facets of any fire to determine the origin, cause, and what, if any, breakdown in the fire protection plans and procedures may have occurred.
Career Band Description
• Roles in this band apply the knowledge in area of expertise to analyze information; design and develop new approaches, methodologies and processes; and, provide professional advice and guidance to others in accordance with professional quality standards
• Applies a theoretical knowledge-base to work to achieve goals through own work
• Characterized by specific functional expertise typically gained through formal education
• May provide guidance to others as a project manager using technical expertise
Career Level Description
P3: Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own field/discipline, solving complex problems with minimal guidance and oversight.
P4: Requires specialized expertise in field/discipline acquired through significant years of experience, leading others to solve complex problems, working independently with guidance in only the most complex situations; may lead functional teams or projects.
P5: Recognized as an expert within the company and requires in-depth expertise in own field/discipline and broad knowledge of other job disciplines, while solving unique problems that have a broad impact on the business.
Job Family Description
Engineering roles perform engineering work in operations, production, construction, or maintenance environments. They may design and scale up manufacturing processes, instruments and equipment and tests manufactured products to maintain quality. They may plan, design, and estimate time and cost and oversees construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, systems, and components. They analyze and develop solutions to engineering problems related to manufacturing equipment and systems or the causes of component failures. They develop and apply engineering standards and procedures and provide advice on issues within the engineering field.
Note for Salary
This is the range within which SRNS expects the majority of qualified candidates would enter this role if offered. Actual offers may be more or less than the amounts shown depending on candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and other factors.