Fire Protection Engineer in Ashburn

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We're seeking an experienced and licensed Fire Protection Engineer (FPE) to help ensure life safety, compliance, and resilience across complex facility environments. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives on precision, collaboration, and applying deep technical expertise to protect people, property, and mission-critical operations. This is a Part-Time Role (25 hours/week) and Remote.

What You'll Do

Lead the design and review of automatic sprinkler and fire alarm systems, including hydraulic calculations, voltage drop, and battery load analysis.

Interpret and apply NFPA Codes and Standards to evaluate new construction, renovations, and system upgrades.

Review and approve shop drawings, system submittals, and acceptance testing results.

Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure fire protection requirements are integrated early and effectively in the design process.

Conduct acceptance testing and inspections to verify system performance and compliance.

Contribute to the design and evaluation of health care and specialized facility environments, ensuring alignment with safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Fire Protection Engineering required.

Holds a degree in Fire Protection Engineering, or

Has passed the Principles and Practices examination in Fire Protection Engineering, or

Maintains an active P.E. license in Fire Protection Engineering.

Minimum 2 years of experience applying and interpreting NFPA Codes and model building codes.

Minimum 2 years of experience designing or reviewing automatic sprinkler and fire alarm systems.

Demonstrated expertise with NFPA standards including but not limited to: NFPA 1, 3, 4, 10, 13, 14, 17A, 20, 24, 25, 30, 45, 72, 75, 80, 82, 90A, 96, 99, 101, 110, 220, 241, and 2001.

Experience designing health care facilities and conducting acceptance testing for fire protection systems.

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