Principal Fire Protection Engineer Jobs in Arizona

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Program Summary

KBR's Exploration & Logistics (E&L) business unit delivers mission-critical solutions supporting global defense, federal civilian, logistics, engineering, and space exploration missions. E&L provides integrated capabilities across logistics and sustainment, mission operations, engineering services, readiness and modernization programs, scientific research support, and exploration initiatives in some of the world's most complex and challenging environments.

The business unit supports customers across the Department of Defense, federal civilian agencies, and commercial partners, delivering innovative solutions that enhance mission readiness, operational effectiveness, and long-term mission success.

Job Summary

The Fire Systems Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, testing, and maintenance of fire protection and life safety systems across commercial, industrial, and institutional facilities. This role ensures compliance with applicable fire codes, industry standards, and client requirements while supporting safe and reliable facility operations. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams, contractors, and regulatory agencies to develop effective fire protection solutions and drive continuous improvements in fire and life safety performance.

This position is contingent upon award of the contract.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Design and develop fire alarm, fire suppression, detection, and life safety systems in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical specifications, drawings, and system layouts for new and existing facilities.
• Review construction documents and ensure fire protection designs comply with NFPA, IBC, IFC, local codes, and client requirements.
• Conduct fire risk assessments, hazard analyses, and system evaluations to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Support commissioning, testing, inspection, and acceptance of fire protection systems.
• Investigate fire system failures, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs) throughout project execution.
• Provide technical guidance and support for maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades of fire protection systems.
• Maintain project documentation, engineering reports, and compliance records.
• Stay current on evolving fire protection technologies, regulations, and industry best practices.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience designing, maintaining, or managing fire protection and life safety systems.
• Working knowledge of NFPA codes and standards, including NFPA 13, NFPA 20, NFPA 25, NFPA 72, and NFPA 101.
• Experience with fire alarm, sprinkler, suppression, and detection system design and operation.
• Proficiency with engineering design software and AutoCAD/Revit or similar tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and project coordination skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure.
• NICET certification in Fire Protection Engineering Technology or related discipline.
• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, energy, data center, healthcare, or mission-critical environments.
• Familiarity with performance-based fire protection design and fire modeling software.
• Experience managing multiple projects and working directly with regulatory agencies and AHJs.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.