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Job description
Fluor Corporation is hiring a Senior Design Engineer, Fire Protection — a full-time, based in Raleigh, NC role ($120k–$223k). Apply directly on Fluor Corporation's careers page below.
Senior Design Engineer - Fire Protection
Location: Raleigh, US-NC, United States
Department: Advanced Technologies & Life Sciences
At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.
Job Description
As the Senior Design Engineer – Fire Protection, position is to provide the essential administrative processes, technical knowledge, and direction as listed. This role has the responsibility to promote Fluor’s competitiveness within the global marketplace by delivering quality services of unmatched value and technical competence. This position serves as an Area Lead or Lead on assigned projects or performs complex to difficult engineering assignments, evaluates, selects, and applies advanced engineering techniques to a broad set of complex assignments.
• Develop and review estimates and schedules, progress reports, including workforce forecasts
• Establish, track, and monitor material key quantities; provide analysis and forecasts
• Develop and review specifications, including design criteria based on applicable codes, client, and underwriter requirements
• Provide technical support in activities associated with equipment and material procurement, permitting, and subcontracting
• Perform and check calculations, specify equipment, and solve problems of complex to difficult engineering complexity
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert (SME) in areas of expertise and be willing to assist in training and development of less experienced engineers and designers
• Participate in people development through mentoring, development of training material, conducting training seminars, and performance appraisal input and counseling
• Analyze and make independent recommendations regarding solutions to problems with varying complexity in accordance with organization and/or project objectives and guidelines
• Other duties as assigned
Basic Job Requirements
• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in engineering field of study and ten (10) years of work-related experience
• Advanced knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national codes and standards
• Advanced knowledge of fire protection codes and standards, commercial availability and cost of materials
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
• Effort-hour estimating and staff forecasting
• Managing and leading a large project
• Project set-up, developing control-level schedules, progress reporting and project close-out
• Practical field experience
• Intermediate computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs
Other Job Requirements
• Professional registration (PE license), or ability to obtain, in Fire Protection or Mechanical Engineering
• Advanced experience in an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) company
• Advanced knowledge in design, installation, and selection of active and passive fire protection, fire alarm, and mass notification systems
• Practical field experience related to the installation, start-up, and commissioning of fire protection and alarm systems
Preferred Qualifications
• Ability to utilize AutoCAD to produce 2D diagrammatic drawings and sketches
• Ability to design fire protection systems utilizing Revit and/or AutoSprink
• Ability to perform hydraulic calculations using either AutoSprink, HASS, or PipeNet
• Life Sciences and pharma industry experience
• Semiconductor and micro electronics industry experience
• Data center industry experience
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.
Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.
To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
Salary Range: $119,500.00 - $222,500.00
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Frequently asked questions
What is the salary for Senior Design Engineer, Fire Protection at Fluor Corporation?
The estimated salary range for Senior Design Engineer, Fire Protection at Fluor Corporation is $120,000 - $223,000 USD per year.
What skills are required for Senior Design Engineer, Fire Protection at Fluor Corporation?
The required skills for Senior Design Engineer, Fire Protection at Fluor Corporation include: AutoCAD, Revit, Mechanical Engineering.
What is the seniority level for Senior Design Engineer, Fire Protection at Fluor Corporation?
Senior Design Engineer, Fire Protection at Fluor Corporation is a Senior level position.
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