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As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for overnight remote fire protection engineer in the United States is $118,044.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,500.00 and $130,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Overnight Remote Fire Protection Engineer vs Fire Safety Designer?

AspectOvernight Remote Fire Protection EngineerFire Safety Designer
CertificationsPE License, NFPA certificationsNFPA certifications, design credentials
Work EnvironmentRemote, project-based, engineering focusOffice or on-site, design and planning
Industry UsageEngineering firms, consulting, project implementationArchitectural firms, safety planning, code compliance

The Overnight Remote Fire Protection Engineer primarily focuses on engineering design, calculations, and system specifications remotely, often working overnight hours to meet project deadlines. In contrast, the Fire Safety Designer concentrates on safety planning, code compliance, and design documentation, typically working during regular hours. Both roles require NFPA certifications and are integral to fire safety projects, but their daily tasks and work environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Remote Fire Protection Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 37% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 71% Physical, 10% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,044 per year, or $56.8 per hour.
Fire Protection Engineer (Remote Eligible)

Fire Protection Engineer (Remote Eligible)

George Mason University

Fairfax, VA • On-site, Remote

$84.80K - $114.50K/yr

Part-time

Posted 26 days ago

George Mason University rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

92nd of 529 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Department: SVP Administration & Operations
Classification: GMU Worker
Job Category: Part-Time / Hourly Wage
Job Type: Part-Time
Location: Fairfax, VA
Workplace Type: Remote Eligible
Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship
Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience
Criminal Background Check: Yes
Motor Vehicle Records Check: Yes
About the Department:
The University Building Official is responsible for enforcing the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code for construction work on all Mason owned facilities across the Commonwealth of Virginia, including Manassas, Fairfax, and the greater Washington, D.C., metro area.
About the Position:
The Licensed Professional Fire Protection Engineer will perform interdisciplinary reviews of plans and documents for large multifaceted structures at nationally recognized research university. They will execute complex engineering and constructability analysis related to work covered by the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, including NFPA Codes, other referenced standards, Virginia Statewide Fire Code, and GMU Construction Design Standards for new construction, renovations, and repairs of educational, commercial, industrial, one and two family dwellings, and other structures to assure compliance with the code and related regulations prior to permit issuance. They will also conduct interdisciplinary inspections throughout all phases of construction to verify compliance with codes and related regulations during construction. Perform evaluations of proposed alternative designs to determine whether equivalent measures are provided. Provide analysis and decisions requiring engineering and constructability expertise as they affect life safety. The work shall be performed in a complex and fast-paced setting requiring professional expertise, attention to details, and client assistance. Other related duties as required under the supervision of the University Building Official.
Responsibilities:
  • Review plans of new construction, renovation, and repairs of commercial, residential, and industrial buildings and other structures at the various design stages beginning no later than the preliminary design phase and provide code analysis of compliance. The review shall include written comments provided to Project Managers and others for resolution or response;
  • Evaluate alternative designs using accepted engineering practices. The review shall verify compliance with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, Mechanical Code, Plumbing Code, ADA, other referenced standards, the Statewide Fire Prevention Code, and the GMU Design Standards;
  • Review shop drawings, calculations, and/or submittals for compliance to code;
  • Perform interdisciplinary inspections of new construction, renovation, and repairs of buildings and other structures to verify materials, footings, foundations, framing, insulation, electrical, mechanical, fuel gas, plumbing, accessibility and final inspections.;
  • Ensure compliance with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, the Statewide Fire Code, and the GMU Design Standards.;
  • Ensure construction is in compliance with the approved construction documents and drawings. Inspections include a report to Project Managers and responsible parties for information or action as necessary;
  • Perform review of special inspection reports and alternative construction product submissions for acceptance and record; and
  • Other related duties as required under the supervision of the University Building Official.

Required Qualifications:
  • An ABET accredited Bachelor of Engineering Degree;
  • Must be able to use computer-based applications, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam Revu, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel programs;
  • Virginia-Licensed Professional Engineer (PE);
  • Professional Engineers licensed in another State must have the ability to become licensed in Virginia within one year;
  • Virginia Department of Housing & Community Development certification as Fire Protection Inspector & Fire Protection Plans Examiner and/or Certified Fire Official (CFO) is required or must become certified in one year; and
  • Must currently possess an appropriate, active, valid motor vehicle operator's license that meets all of GMU's requirements for operating state vehicles and equipment under Mason's Vehicle Use Policy 1411 https://universitypolicy.gmu.edu/policies/vehicle-use/ . The Office of Risk Management reserves the right to review the driver's licenses and Motor Vehicle Reports (MVRs) of all candidates selected with employment contingent upon favorable review.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • A Master of Engineering Degree with an emphasis on building systems or fire protection engineering; and
  • CAD and GIS experience.

Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for GMU Worker at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume for review.
Posting Open Date: October 6, 2025
For Full Consideration, Apply by: December 1, 2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Mason Ad Statement
Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.
If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!
George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition.
Equity Statement
George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
Campus Safety Information
Mason's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at http://police.gmu.edu/annual-security-report/

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