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Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc. Fire Protection Engineer EIT in Hunt Valley, Maryland
Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients—while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.
Position Summary: A Fire Protection Engineer EIT will perform fire protection engineering services on multi-discipline building design projects of small to large scope for commercial and government facilities, as well as single discipline fire protection engineering projects of small to large scope.
Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.
JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:
Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Paid Caregiver Leave Program
401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Career Development Programs
And more…
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Compensation for this position is $40.00-45.00/hour, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.
General responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Performing various aspects of fire protection design as directed by a Senior Fire Protection Engineer including conceptual studies, program requirements, design analyses, calculations, systems selection and layout for building design
Preparation of programming documents, schematic documents, design development documents, and construction documents as directed
Coordination and communication with design team members to ensure the fire protection design details integrate properly with the work of all other project disciplines
Preparation of marketing and presentation materials as directed
Performing various services associated with the bidding process, including preparing addenda and amendments and opening and tabulating bids as directed
Performing various services associated with the construction phase, including field visits, answering RFIs, reviewing shop drawings, and preparing record drawings as directed
Complying with quality control policies and procedures
Learn and implement department and company standards
Develop analysis and design skills
Participating in team meetings and coordinating efforts with other team members
Working with, responding to, and taking direction from the Department Director, Managing Principals, Project Managers, Design Managers, Senior Fire Protection Engineers and senior management
Working with a team of architects, engineers, interior designers and landscape architects
Required Skills
Ability to prepare effective and concise documents
Possess technical precision and creative design skills
Ability to make effective presentations to a variety of groups
Have a can-do attitude with a desire to provide outstanding professional services
Be dedicated to his or her professional development as well as the success of colleagues and the firm as a whole
Proficient in MS Office Software
Proficient in discipline specific design software
Required Experience
Bachelor of Science in Fire Protection Engineering from an ABET accredited university or a post-graduate degree in Fire Protection Engineering
Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination
Pursuing Professional Engineer licensure (PE) within 48 months of being hired.
0-4 years of specific, post-graduation, fire protection engineering experience that includes experience with code analysis, design calculations, coordination with other design team members, and experience in responding to construction phase queries and submittals.
Experience and a working knowledge of applicable building codes and standards
Preferred Experience
Understanding of sustainable design principles and design practices and pursuing LEED AP accreditation is desirable
Additional certifications such as CDT, CCS, or CCCA are encouraged to reflect personal growth in the profession and an ever increasing knowledge base to enhance the design and documentation process
Working familiarity with design and production software to a point of being able to utilize the software in the development of project documents and interact with other project team members in their use of the software is highly desirable.
Successful completion of at least one student internship is desirable.
Prior experience in an Engineering or multi-discipline Architectural & Engineering firm is desirable.
Working Conditions
At JMT, we prioritize a healthy work/life balance and offer a flexible hybrid working schedule. JMT offers a hybrid work schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work in a JMT office location at least three days per week or as needed to perform assigned duties. While most of our work is desk-based, there may be times when standing, walking, bending and lifting of minimal weight are required. Our office environment is comfortable, has adequate lighting and temperature, and is free from noise, dust, and other hazards. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.