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Remote Fire Protection Engineer Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Principal Fire Protection Engineer

OR · On-site +1

$82K - $111K/yr

This role is fully remote. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the ... E.) in Fire Protection Engineering is preferred. * Proven experience working with Authorities ...

Fire Protection Designer

Portland, OR · On-site +1

$32.84 - $52.30/hr

... engineering and design * construction and facility services To get where we're going, we need big ... McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers See benefit plan documents for ...

Coordinate with fire protection engineers and local fire departments/ AHJ's. * Develop and review ... recruiter. #LI-Remote Job Number: J13228 If you're interested in a meaningful career with a ...

IF YOU CARE, THERE'S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire ... a fulltime, remote role . This position is ideal for a selfdirected professional who values ...

IF YOU CARE, THERE'S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE EFI Global is a full-service engineering, fire ... a fulltime, remote role . This position is ideal for a selfdirected professional who values ...

Mechanical II

OR · On-site +1

$70K - $83K/yr

... engineer for complex projects. As necessary assist with Plumbing and Fire Protection Designs ... We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk ...

Project Mechanical V

OR · On-site +1

$115K - $143K/yr

This role is remote within the U.S., with a preference for candidates located in or near: Arlington ... As necessary assist with Plumbing and Fire Protection Designs. * Oversee, guide, mentor and provide ...

Plumbing Engineer

OR · On-site +1

$99K - $113K/yr

The Plumbing Engineer will support multiple concurrent capital projects ranging from $5M - $100M ... Exposure to fire protection systems (wet/dry/pre-action sprinklers and standpipes) is a plus

Substation Engineer 2 (Remote)

OR · On-site +1

$98K - $125K/yr

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including transmission planners, protection engineering ... remote). * Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to quality.

NICX Technician (Remote)

OR · On-site +1

$19.75 - $27/hr

Coordinate with project teams, including engineering, construction, and quality assurance,SCADAto ... Knowledgeable in National Fire Protection Association/National Electrical Code (NFPA/NEC) standards ...

Strong understanding of fire protection requirements (UL9540, UL9540A, NFPA855). * Deep knowledge ... recruiter. #LI-Remote Job Number: J13382 If you're interested in a meaningful career with a ...

Software Engineer (US-Remote) ID: 1191 Location: US-Remote or Marlton, NJ area Description A ... age, protected veteran status, or disability status. For more information, please visit www.eeoc ...

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How much do remote fire protection engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote fire protection engineer in Oregon is $105,217.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,800.00 and $118,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote fire protection engineer?

A Remote Fire Protection Engineer designs, evaluates, and implements fire protection systems while working remotely. Their responsibilities include code compliance reviews, fire risk assessments, and system design for sprinklers, alarms, and suppression systems. They collaborate with clients, architects, and engineers using digital tools and virtual communication. This role requires knowledge of fire codes (NFPA, IBC) and strong technical skills. Remote work flexibility allows engineers to support projects across different locations without being on-site.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a remote fire protection engineer?

As a Remote Fire Protection Engineer, your daily tasks may include designing fire protection systems, reviewing technical drawings, preparing code compliance reports, and consulting with architects, contractors, or clients via video calls or messaging platforms. You may also perform hydraulic calculations, conduct plan reviews, and provide technical support throughout project phases. Remote teams often collaborate using project management tools, cloud-based file sharing, and regular virtual meetings to ensure cohesive project progress. Effective communication and self-organization are key to maintaining efficiency and quality in a distributed work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote fire protection engineer?

To thrive as a Remote Fire Protection Engineer, you need a degree in fire protection engineering or a related discipline, a solid understanding of fire codes and standards, and experience with system design and analysis. Familiarity with tools like AutoCAD, Revit, hydraulic calculation software, and relevant certifications such as PE (Professional Engineer) or NICET are highly valued. Strong written and verbal communication, self-motivation, and problem-solving abilities are crucial in a remote setting. These skills ensure effective design, code compliance, and seamless collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams from a distance.

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Infographic showing various Remote Fire Protection Engineer job openings in Oregon as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,217 per year, or $50.6 per hour.

Principal Fire Protection Engineer

OR • On-site, Remote


SOLV Energy
Clean Energy Semiconductors Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

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Great coworkers

Good employer

Respectful managers


$82K - $111K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago


Job description

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

Job Description Summary:

The Principal Fire Protection Engineer serves as the technical authority and strategic lead for fire and life safety systems across utility-scale energy storage, power, and industrial EPC projects. This role ensures that all fire protection systems meet applicable codes, standards, insurance requirements, and client specifications while supporting safe and cost-effective project delivery from conceptual design through commissioning.
This role is fully remote. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Description:

*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

Position Responsibilities and Duties:

Technical Subject Matter Expertise (SME)

  • Provide expert-level guidance on complex fire safety challenges and risk mitigation.

  • Establish company-wide engineering standards, design criteria, and best practices.

  • Lead and actively participate in national fire protection code and standards committees, contributing technical expertise to energy storage fire and life safety codes.

  • Serve as primary technical interface with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), fire marshals, insurers, and independent engineers on fire and life safety topics while leveraging 3rd party EORs as needed. Travel to attend in-person meetings as required.

Project-level oversight of the BESS fire protection system

  • Develop project-specific basis-of-design documents for fire protection systems.

  • Develop scopes of work, RFPs, and evaluation criteria for 3rd party fire protection engineers-of-record (EOR) firms and equipment vendors.

  • Daily management and oversight of fire protection EORs, including design deliverable schedules and engineering budgets.

  • QA/QC of 3rd party work products (Hazard Mitigation Analysis, Emergency Response Plan, Fire Alarm Design, etc.) to ensure consistency with industry standards, SOLV standards, OEM Requirements, and project requirements.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with other engineering disciplines (primarily electrical and SCADA) to ensure design consistency and project efficiency.

  • Support the fire protection design optimization for cost, performance, and constructability.

  • Provide technical support during fire system testing and commissioning.

Leadership

  • Lead engagement with Owners as needed to answer relevant questions around fire protection design and strategy.

  • Provide technical training to the larger SOLV team as needed.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:

  • 10+ years of fire protection engineering experience with at least 2 years of energy infrastructure experience.

  • Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering or a closely related discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, or similar) from an accredited institution.

  • A license (P.E.) in Fire Protection Engineering is preferred.

  • Proven experience working with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), including fire marshals and code officials, to secure approvals, ensure regulatory compliance, and successfully navigate permitting, design review, and inspection processes for complex fire protection systems.

  • Advanced understanding of fire protection engineering principles.

  • Demonstrated experience managing or reviewing work by external engineering consultants, owner's engineers, or peer review on complex projects.

  • Working knowledge of applicable building codes (NFPA, IBC, UL 9540/9540A, UL855 etc.), engineering principles, and industry best practices

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.

  • Proven ability to work across disciplines and time zones, and to manage multiple consultant contracts and deliverables in parallel.

  • Commitment to safety

  • Strong sense of urgency

  • Strong communication and project coordination skills

  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company's 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range:

$144,963.00 - $173,956.00

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

SOLV Energy does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies. We require all third-party recruiters to communicate exclusively with our internal talent acquisition team. SOLV Energy will not pay a placement fee to any third-party recruiter or agency that has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of our internal talent acquisition team.

In addition, candidate introductions or resumes can only be submitted to our internal talent acquisition recruiting team if a signed vendor agreement is already on file and the third-party recruiter or agency has received formal instructions from our internal talent acquisition team to submit candidates for a particular job posting.

Any unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes sent by third-party recruiters to SOLV Energy or directly to any of our employees, or received through our website or career portal, will be considered property of SOLV Energy and will not be eligible for a placement fee. In the event a third-party recruiter submits a resume or refers a candidate without a previously signed vendor agreement, SOLV Energy explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire the candidate(s) without financial liability to such third-party recruiter.

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