Job Information
Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP Fire Protection Engineer - Entry Level in Fairfax, Virginia
Responsibilities:
The Fire Protection Engineer would be presented with the following tasks under direct supervision of senior staff:
- Fire protection systems design and specification.
- Fire alarm and mass notification systems design and specification.
- Life safety and building code analysis and consulting.
- Smoke control systems design.
- Development of performance-based life safety and fire protection features.
- Contract shop submittal review and field inspections.
- The engineer would also be asked to interface with clients, engineers, and architects of varying technical abilities.
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Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Fire Protection Engineering from an ABET accredited program (Master degree preferred)
- 0 - 4 years of relevant experience.
- Basic knowledge of building and NFPA codes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
- Willingness to learn CAD software such as AutoCAD, Microstation and Revit.
- U.S. Citizenship Required
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, appropriate level of security clearance (required) for some positions.
- Willingness to take part in light travel.
- EIT or PE license in the state of Maryland preferred
Required Submissions:
- Resume
- A copy of current, or most recent, school transcript (If you are applying via a 3rd party site that does not allow attachments, please email transcript tocareers@wrallp.com
Benefits:
- WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:
- Flexible work schedule options
- Competitive salary
- Leave accrual and paid holidays
- Healthcare benefits
- Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
- Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parental and maternity leave benefits
WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position