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Remote Electrical Designer

Fort Worth, TX · On-site +1

Electrical Designer (ED) Above Group Overview We offer you the opportunity to put your passion and ... Preference given to experience with grounding, lighting protection, fire alarm, communications, and ...

Above Group

Remote Electrical Designer

Fort Worth, TX · On-site +1

Electrical Designer (ED) Above Group Overview We offer you the opportunity to put your passion and ... Preference given to experience with grounding, lighting protection, fire alarm, communications, and ...

Sterling Engineering Inc.

Civil Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$60 - $90/hr

Experience designing underground utility systems, including water, sewer, fire water, and process ... Onsite, hybrid, or remote available. Candidates working remotely will remain on contract and will ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote fire sprinkler designer in Texas is $62,141.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $74,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote fire sprinkler designer?

A Remote Fire Sprinkler Designer creates fire sprinkler system plans using CAD or specialized design software while working remotely. They ensure designs comply with fire codes, building regulations, and client specifications. Responsibilities include hydraulic calculations, material specifications, and coordination with engineers, contractors, and project managers. This role requires knowledge of NFPA standards, local codes, and industry best practices. Effective communication and attention to detail are essential for successful project execution.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote fire sprinkler designer?

Succeeding as a Remote Fire Sprinkler Designer requires expertise in fire protection design principles, proficiency in interpreting construction documents, and a background in mechanical or fire protection engineering. Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, and fire sprinkler hydraulic calculation software—as well as NICET certification in fire protection—are typically expected. Strong attention to detail, time management, and effective remote communication skills are vital soft skills in this position. These abilities ensure safety-compliant, accurate designs that meet project timelines and facilitate seamless collaboration with architects, engineers, and contractors from a distance.

What are some common challenges of working remotely as a fire sprinkler designer, and how are they addressed?

One of the primary challenges of working remotely as a Fire Sprinkler Designer is maintaining clear and timely communication with project teams, contractors, and clients, especially when coordinating design changes or addressing site-specific issues. Many companies address this by utilizing robust project management platforms and holding regular virtual meetings to keep everyone aligned. Remote designers must also be proactive in managing their schedules and maintaining updated knowledge of evolving fire codes and standards. By staying organized and leveraging digital collaboration tools, remote Fire Sprinkler Designers can effectively contribute to high-quality, code-compliant projects while working independently.

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Infographic showing various Remote Fire Sprinkler Designer job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $62,141 per year, or $29.9 per hour.

Senior Fire Protection Engineer (Hybrid)

Michael Baker International

Dallas, TX • On-site, Remote

$97K - $153K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

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Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

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Job description

Join Michael Baker International as a Senior Fire Protection Engineer and take the lead in shaping fire protection strategies across Texas. In this highly visible role, you'll serve as a clientfacing technical leader-driving project delivery, strengthening key relationships, and guiding solutions that protect people, assets, and missioncritical operations. You'll have the full support of Michael Baker's nationwide Fire Protection Engineering team while maintaining the autonomy to grow and lead our presence in the region.

You'll engage with fire protection projects from concept through commissioning-developing proposals, leading system designs, conducting site evaluations, and overseeing testing and acceptance. Your work will span a diverse portfolio of systems including fire sprinklers, pumps, highexpansion foam, clean agents, fire alarm, and mass notification. Projects serve a broad range of industries such as the Department of Defense, data centers, industrial and manufacturing facilities, and commercial clients-allowing you to apply your expertise to complex and highly technical environments.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Business development and client management
  • Be responsible for proposal preparation, project budgets and project work schedules  
  • Perform hydraulic calculations for sprinkler and fire pump design 
  • Analyze life safety requirements for buildings, including building code compliance, occupant load calculations and egress analysis 
  • Perform on-site system evaluations and perform final system testing 
  • Coordinate designs with other engineering disciplines 

Business Development:

  • Grow revenue from existing client base through ensuring high quality work products and regular client interactions.
  • Attend local industry events to create and maintain networking connections.
  • Identify and win new work from new and existing clients.

Client Management:

  • Communicate with clients to understand their needs and provide technical expertise.
  • Present project proposals and updates to clients.
  • Ensure client satisfaction through effective project delivery.

Required Qualifications:

  • Registered Professional Engineer in Fire Protection
  • 8+ years professional experience
  • BS or MS in Fire Protection Engineering or related field 
  • Experience in fire protection system design including: fire sprinkler systems, fire pumps, clean agent systems, high expansion foam systems, fire alarm and mass notification systems 
  • Experience in computer generated hydraulic design 
  • Knowledge and experience of building and design codes, specifically IBC, NFPA 101, NFPA 13 and NFPA 72 
  • US Citizen Required

COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $97,593 to $153,732. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.  Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location. 

WORKPLACE FLEXIBILITY

This position can be remote or hybrid, for a candidate located in the Texas region of the United States. 
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
  • Professional and personal development
  • Generous paid time off
  • Commuter and wellness benefits

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Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.

ARCHITECTURE & BUILDING ENGINEERING PRACTICE
 
Michael Baker International seamlessly integrates all our service offerings - architecture, planning, landscape architecture,  engineering  and management - to solve client challenges from multiple vantage points, providing unsurpassed holistic, sustainable, and innovative solutions. From high-profile, high-image landmarks to low-cost, utilitarian solutions, our professionals know how to balance image and cost appropriately for each unique situation. At Michael Baker International, we believe that the beauty of a project resides both in performance and aesthetics - "success" to us is  measured by functionality, value, and exceeding clients' expectations to "Make a Difference."

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